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Daniel Orme

England U21s crowned Euro champions after ill-tempered Spain affair - 6 talking points

England have been crowned as under-21 European champions after edging past Spain in Georgia

Curtis Jones gave the Young Lions the lead on the stroke of half-time in what was an incident-filled first-half. Former Chelsea star Ashley Cole was then sent off for his role in a fracas between the two clutches of coaching staff.

Spain toiled to get level as they looked to top scorer Abel Ruiz but Blues youngster Levi Colwill put in an assured and impressive defensive display to secure the trophy. It looked as though it would be heartbreak as he gave away a late penalty, only to be bailed out by record-breaking goalkeeper James Trafford as he saved a last minute penalty.

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