It was penalties, once again, but England are no longer guaranteed to lose their nerve when it matters and a flawless set of spot-kicks mean they have progressed into the semi-finals of Euro 2024 after edging their way past Switzerland.
Many questions will continue to linger over Gareth Southgate’s team, who began this match well but required a moment of magic from Bukayo Saka to stop them from being knocked out in normal time. But none of this was in the minds of the players or the Three Lions’ support as they joined together to belt out Freed From Desire after victory had finally been secured, 5-3 on penalties.
