Sneaky Alessia Russo took a peek at Germany's instructions when sub brought on note

It may well be true that Prince William broke royal protocol when he hugged the victorious Lionesses at the Women's EURO 2022, after they beat Germany 2-1 in the nail-biting finale. But defender Lucy Bronze says she couldn't have been happier when the Duke of Cambridge showed his support in front of thousands of spectators, and it seems the players have struck up quite a friendship with the football fan Prince.

They're on top of the world having just conquered Euro 2022, defeating Germany in nail biting extra time and taking home the trophy. But the England Women's Football team lionesses Lucy Bronze, Keira Walsh and Ellen White reveal exclusively to OK! that behind the jubilation of their victory lies years of shocking sexist abuse. Lucy Bronze, who is due to sign for Barcelona, says that some of the messages she receives online are unrepeatable.

The England Women's national football team, known as the Lionesses, dressed to impress on a boozy night out as they continue to celebrate their epic victory in the Euro 2022 finals against Germany on Sunday 31 July. The tense game ended up going to extra time with full time ending on 1-1, but Chloe Kelly brought it home with a cheeky second goal for England in the 110th minute.The girls are the toast of the country, and they've certainly been celebrating their win in style as they've enjoyed numerous nights out this week.The Lionesses all looked fantastic as they paid a visit to Cirque Nightclub in London, and they were pictured looking in high spirits as they continued their celebrations.

England's Lionesses.The Good Morning Britain presenter was criticised earlier this week after an awkward moment during Chloe Kelly's appearance on the breakfast show. Kelly's team-mate Alessia Russo, who scored four goals during the Women's Euros, was interviewed by Madeley on Wednesday morning, but his questioning has been labelled "patronising" and "inappropriate" by viewers.Viewers were left particularly uncomfortable after the 66-year-old broadcaster asked: "How are you feeling? It's three days on now.

Good Morning Britain's Richard Madeley has been blasted by fans after his comment to England Lioness player Alessia Russo. On Wednesday 3 August, the football legend, 23, appeared on Good Morning Britain to chat with Richard and Kate Garraway after winning the Euros with the England national team on Sunday. Richard first asked: "How are you feeling? It's three days on now.

Good Morning Britain presenter Richard Madeley has been called out for an "inappropriate" comment he made toward Lioness player Alessia Russo.The football star appeared on the show to discuss her team's historic win, but one comment made by Madeley set viewers on edge.He greeted the Euro 2022 winner to the programme along with Kate Garraway and the two set about grilling Russo over the women's win against Germany.READ MORE: GMB's Richard Madeley 'replaced' by Ed Balls on ITV show as fans praise shake-upMadeley said: ""How are you feeling? It's three days on now. If I was your dad and asked you that and said, 'How are you feeling love?' What would you say?"ITV viewers were less than impressed and took to Twitter to call out Richard's condescending language.One wrote: "Richard Madeley just said to Alessia Russo: 'How you feeling love?' Good grief! How inappropriate."Another added: "Uh, oh, inappropriate granddad [is] interviewing one of the football team again.

England's Lioness captain Leah Williamson has revealed what Prince William said to her during Euros 2022 embrace.The women's team made history after winning the nation's first major football trophy since 1966 having beat Germany 2-1, with Ella Toone and Chloe Kelly both scoring goals. Before being handed the European Championship trophy, she was greeted by the Duke of Cambridge, who attended the game in his role as President of the Football Association.The prince shook hands with most of the squad but gave Williamson a celebratory hug to show his appreciation for all of her work throughout the impressive display of talent throughout the tournament. Now, Leah has relayed the message she was given during their touching moment, in which he was visibly moved, before giving Williamson a round of applause as he lifted the trophy.

Gary Lineker found himself in hot water after tweeting his praise to Lioness hero Chloe Kelly following her team's Euro success against Germany.MORE: Prince William's sweet words to Lioness captain Leah Williamson revealed as they hugged at finalThe former England player shared his thoughts live on Twitter alongside Sunday's match, which saw goals from Ella Toone and Chloe storm England to a 2-1 victory.WATCH: Prince William presents the Lionesses with their trophyIn celebration after her winning goal, Manchester City striker Chloe whipped off her shirt and spun it above her head while sporting a Nike sports bra - something she was later penalised for by the referee.READ: Princess Eugenie pens emotional message as she enjoys summertime with familyMORE: Prince William and Princess Charlotte send good luck message to LionessesGary had tweeted: "The @Lionesses have only gone and done it, and Kelly is England’s heroine, bra none."The message was swiftly called out and branded as "sexist". He later deleted the tweet and explained to one follower: "It was just a play on words given the celebration.

England hero Chloe Kelly has revealed exactly what she is going to do with her now-iconic sports bra following the Lionesses’ Euro 2022 win at Wembley.The striker etched her name in history by scoring the extra-time winner against Germany in the final to win England their first major trophy since 1966. Her wild celebration perfectly summed up the euphoria of the moment as she whipped off her shirt and swirled it above her head while galloping away and showing off her Nike sports bra underneath.And the 24-year-old Manchester City forward has since explained her plans for the now-famous piece of clothing.READ MORE: Lioness hero Lucy Bronze wears ski goggles at victory parade to hide 'hangover eyes'She said: “I’m going to frame my boots, my shirt and, of course, my sports bra — absolutely everything.”Kelly went on to reveal it was Queens Park Rangers hero Bobby Zamora that inspired the iconic moment.

McDonald's meal. The Arsenal forward was the star of the show at the Women's European Championship this summer after finishing the tournament as the top scorer and landing the Golden Boot.

New York Times said on Sunday that Football's Coming Home — a 'wry anthem trotted out by England fans every time its team get a whiff of a title' — had been booming out of the Wembley speakers. 'Everyone, you will not be surprised, knows the words by heart,' a writer observed. The $64,000 question for the new European champions now is whether they can reach the Holy Grail and beat the USA at next summer's World Cup.

England star Lucy Bronze as the Lionesses' celebrations continued into their second day.The Lionesses brought football home after beating Germany 2-1 in the Euro 2022 final at Wembley on Sunday evening. Chole Kelly was the difference maker when she reacted first to a loose ball in the box deep into extra time.And as the English side have rightfully enjoyed their celebrations, England boss Weigman turned down the chance to join in on some early celebrations.

England’s Lionesses won Euro 2022 on Sunday, bringing football home for the first time in 56 years. There were three Manchester United players in the squad - including some key figures from the final and previous rounds.

Euro 2022 final on Sunday against England.In the midst of a tense opening 45 minutes at Wembley, a goalmouth scramble saw the ball pop up and appear to brush Arsenal star Leah Williamson's hand. Despite pleas from the German players, the referee waved away their protests while VAR did not intervene - insisting there was not a clear and obvious error.After the match, Germany manager Martina Voss-Tecklenburg was fuming with ref Kateryna Monzul and could not understand why the incident was not checked over.

England fans are certain that Lucy Bronze painted the town red after the Lionesses' Euro 2022 victory and was "still p****d" at the parade in Trafalgar Square.Bronze was one of a number of stars who turned up to the central London celebration wearing sunglasses, suggesting a somewhat heavy night, although her choice of eyewear caught the attention more so than most.While team-mates Rachel Daly and Ellie Roebuck donned standard shades, Bronze went for something more heavy duty to hide the scars of a no doubt boozy night, rocking a pair of ski googles instead. It led to some fans suggesting she might have still been drunk from the overnight celebrations.

England fans feeling a little under the weather on Monday - particularly Lioness hero Leah Williamson.It was the biggest night in English women's football history as the Lionesses won Euro 2022 on home soil, ending their wait for an international trophy. After the heartache experienced last summer as the men's team lost in the final to Italy, the women brought it home, and did so in style.Ella Toone had Wembley rocking after 62 minutes, before Germany equalised with ten minutes left to play.

victory against Germany to win their first major trophy. It was a momentous occasion for England, with almost 90,000 spectators at Wembley to cheer the side on.But it’s been a long journey for the women’s team - the tournament has been one long winding road full of magical moments, such as topless celebrations, audacious backheels, impassioned speeches, and one angry Norwegian.Here, Daily Star Sport have compiled a list of some of the best moments to come from the Euro 2022 competition for the Lionesses.

England's Lionesses sent the country wild on Sunday (31 July) evening after beating Germany at the UEFA Women's EURO 2022 final at Wembley.The team's triumphant win marked the nation's first major football trophy since 1966, and the 87,192-strong audience were ecstatic as it was confirmed that England had won. The team wasted no time celebrating their incredible win and after being congratulated by the Queen, they kicked off their wild night of partying at Wembley before heading onto the team coach to continue the celebrations.

PSG star Sergio Ramos has clearly been taking notes from England's historic European Championships run by replicating Alessia Russo with a slick backheeled finish in the Trophee des Champions final.The former Real Madrid captain, 36, bagged the third goal in PSG's 4-0 drubbing over Nantes in the annual season curtain-raiser on Sunday evening, cheekily finding the back of the net with a neat backheel in the 57th minute.The Coupe de France winners failed to clear a dangerous dinked ball into the area by Marco Verratti and Ramos was on hand to provide an improvised finish to put the game beyond any doubt and add yet another trophy to the Parisian's ever-extending cabinet.READ MORE: Tearful Alex Scott's speech over 'four years of change' goes viral as England win EurosThe audacious backheel was almost a perfect recreation of Russo's sublime goal against Sweden when the Lionesses' substitute nutmegged former Chelsea shot-stopper Hedvig Lindahl in the semi-finals, sending fans into raptures on social media.Unable to guide the ball home after a square pass from Fran Kirby, the Manchester United forward reacted quickly to the loose ball before sending the ball through Lindahl's legs with an impromptu strike in one of the highlights of Euro 2022.HAVE YOUR SAY! Which backheel was better, Russo or Ramos? Let us know in the comments section."I could have made it a lot easier for myself if I’d scored the first one," Russo told reporters after England secured their spot in the tournament final. "But yeah, it fell nicely, but I don’t remember it too much about it, I just thought it was the quickest route to get it in the back of the net without having to turn."I was fortunate it went in.

beating Germany 2-1 in the final at Wembley.The England FA announced that a celebration event would be held on Monday, August 1, at Trafalgar Square. The event will be free to attend and up to 7,000 fans will be granted entry on a first-come-first served basis.The newly crowned European champions will perform a trophy lift at the event, with Trafalgar Square set to be turned into an official UEFA ‘Fan Party’ to celebrate the accomplishment.

England have brought it home after winning Euro 2022 following a 2-1 win over the Germans after extra-time in a nail-biting finale that had almost everything. Sarina Wiegman has led the Lionesses to their first tournament victory with an impeccable display as a coach, winning every match.But the headlines will be dominated by Manchester City star Kelly, who bagged her first international goal in the process when she got the winner against Germany in extra-time.