Eight-time champions Germany had equalised with 11 minutes of normal time remaining through Lina Magull, and the game looked on course for a penalty shoot-out until Kelly’s effort fired Sarina Wiegman’s side to glory.

placeholder image — Eight-time champions Germany had equalised with 11 minutes of normal time remaining through Lina Magull, and the game looked on course for a penalty shoot-out until Kelly’s effort fired Sarina Wiegman’s side to glory.

In Pictures: Glory for England as Lionesses beat Germany

By Staff reporter

Published 31st Jul 2022, 21:15 GMT

Updated 31st Jul 2022, 21:25 GMT

England’s Euro 2022 dream became reality as substitute Chloe Kelly’s extra-time finish saw the Lionesses beat Germany 2-1 and secure the first major trophy in their history in front of a record-breaking crowd at Wembley.

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Meanwhile, fans across the country joined in the historic celebrations at the final whistle.

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Meanwhile, fans across the country joined in the historic celebrations at the final whistle.

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England Gallery Wembley

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