England Lionesses clinch Euros glory as super-sub Chloe Kelly brings football home

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Lionesses have ended 56 years of hurt after beating Germany 2-1 in an unforgettable history-making evening at Wembley Stadium.Just like in 1966, it took extra-time to separate the two sides, with Chloe Kelly emulating Sir Geoff Hurst with a late winner - her first ever international goal - by poking home from a few yards out following an England set-piece.

The 24-year-old whipped off her shirt in celebration, earning herself world's most welcomed yellow card in the history of English football.87,000 fans erupted as the full-time whistle blew as England's women secured their first ever triumph in a major international tournament.READ MORE: Lionesses fans fume at 'ridiculous' snub of backheel hero Alessia Russo for Euros finalThe Lionesses were worthy winners too, dominating the match the off.

Lucy Bronze both went close with a header at the back post in the first half before Ellen White smashed one over the bar after latching on to a neat cut-back by Beth Mead.The only moment of concern for Sarina Wiegman's side in the first 45 was a heart-palpitating goalmouth scramble, though the Germans, who lost top-scorer Alexandra Popp to injury in the warm-up, came out swinging in the second half.If you could describe England's Lionesses in one word, what would it be?

Let us know in the comments section below.Germany's Lina Magull toe-poked her shot wide from just a few yards out with the score at 0-0, while Tabea Waßmuth wasted a glorious one-on-one opportunity moments before.Ella Toone grabbed England's first with a marvellous scoop - worthy of winning any tournament - early on in the second half, though Germany hit back minutes later through Magull from close range.