Bristol City manager Nigel Pearson labelled the success of the England Women’s team as “immeasurable” after they lifted the Euro 2022 trophy at Wembley following a 2-1 victory over Germany in extra-time.
Chloe Kelly’s close-range finished secured the first major piece of silverware for the Lionesses, in what has been a remarkable rise by the national team since Sarina Wiegman took over in September 2021.
Former Bristol City forward Lauren Hemp, who played for the Robins between 2016-2018 before signing for Manchester City, started her sixth game of the tournament and played 120 minutes before she substituted late on to help run the clock down. England goalkeeper Mary Earps, now of Manchester United, also spent one season with Bristol Academy - later named Bristol City - from 2014/15.
