The lion ribbons go back home to celebrate.
England successfully defended the European championship title for ladies by beating world champion Spain in a shootout in the final in Basel, Switzerland on Sunday.
After he became the first England team that won a major tournament on foreign soil, the team celebrates its victory with a trip to Downing Street later on Monday.
Celebrations will continue on Tuesday with an open-top bus parade in Central London, ending with a ceremony for Buckingham Palace.
Fans broke out with joy throughout England after Chloe Kelly turned into her place to give her team a 3-1 victory for penalties, after a 1-1 draw after extra time.
Celebrate Leah Williamson from England, left, and Georgia Stanway. | Photoredit: AP
Celebrate Leah Williamson from England, left, and Georgia Stanway. | Photoredit: AP
King Charles III said that the team had the «warmest appreciation and admiration of the royal family after the victory.
«The next task is to bring the World Cup home in 2027 if you can do it possible,» he added.
The Downing Street Reception is organized by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Sports Minister Stephanie Peacock.
«The lion ribbons have again conquered the hearts of the nation,» said British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. «Their victory is not only a remarkable sports performance, but an inspiration for young people throughout the country. It is proof of determination, resilience and unit that defines this excellent team.»
It was back-to-back European trophies for England and another final that Kelly had a huge impact on, after he was also a replacement during the Euro 2022 Trophy match and scoring the winner against Germany in extra time to win a 2-1 victory.
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