This summer's feast of football finally got underway when Euro 2016 kicked off in style on Friday night.
Tournament hosts France prepared to face Romania at Stade de France, and all eyes were on Didier Deschamps's side as they attempted to lay down a marker in Group A.
But Friday night wasn't only about the football, as Uefa staged an opening ceremony prior to kick-off with superstar DJ David Guetta headlining proceedings.
The French producer performed his tournament anthem 'This One's For You' alongside Swedish singer-songwriter Zara Larsson while 600 choreographed dancers added to the spectacle.
Performers wore an array of eclectic costumes - with outfits including giant lips and lollipops among others - while hundreds undertook a can-can routine before before Patrouille de France jets streaked across the sky to leave trails of red, white and blue smoke above Stade de France.
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France's Euro 2016 opening ceremony ends in style.
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A show of colour at Stade de France.
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Life is better with David Guetta.
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THe teams are led out as the ceremony ends.
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Are we human, or are we dancer?
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The Euro 2016 opening ceremony at Stade de France.
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Are France ready for Euro 2016? You'd better believe it.
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Superb scenes in Paris.
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One young fan is obviously astonished by the ceremony.
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David Guetta arrives ready for his performance.
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The Stade de France in pristine condition for the Euro 2016 opener.
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There was a heavy security presence at Stade de France.
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Can you guess who he supports?
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French fans show off their colours on Friday.
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One fan spent a fair amount of time on his face paint.
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Plenty of fans waited in nervous anticipation.
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Other fans found different ways to unwind.
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France coach Didier Deschamps in contemplative mood before the action.
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Les Bleus supporters get in the spirit.
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A French fan wishes the team good luck.
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But Romania aren't just here for the party - they've come to see their team win.
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The tension builds as one young fan shows his passion.
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