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SUN mascot Harry Mane unfurls our England flag on a Venice gondola — to let Italy know our boys will lick them.

The lucky lion roared “it’s coming home” as he travelled the Grand Canal like the singer in the ice cream ad.

Harry Mane unfurls our England flag on a Venice gondola ahead of tonight's final
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Harry Mane unfurls our England flag on a Venice gondola ahead of tonight's finalCredit: Dan Charity / The Sun

Harry caused a splash when he reached Venice from Rome ahead of tonight’s final.

And he warned: “They know we mean business now.”

Harry said: “It’s great to be in Venice - what a beautiful city. It’s amazing.

“It’s important we tell as many Italians as possible that it’s coming home! I had a good time singing that which amused the locals.

When in Venice... Harry also stopped for an ice cream to let Italy know our boys will lick them tonight
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When in Venice... Harry also stopped for an ice cream to let Italy know our boys will lick them tonightCredit: Dan Charity / The Sun

“What better way than going across Venice on a gondola.

“Locals turned their heads and were totally surprised - which is great.

“They know we mean business now.

Raffele Cini, whose gondolier navigated Harry across the river said it was good fun.

Harry at Rome's Colosseum where gladiators fought
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Harry at Rome's Colosseum where gladiators foughtCredit: Dan Charity / The Sun

The 42-year-old added: “The Lion is great. We have our work cut out now.

“It’s going to be such a huge challenge against England.

“I’m worried.”

Harry spent time in Rome before heading to Venice
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Harry spent time in Rome before heading to VeniceCredit: Dan Charity / The Sun
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