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Lowenna Waters

England Women win Euro 2022: The best fan reactions and memes

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England Women have won the nation’s first international football tournament since 1966 after beating Germany at Wembley in the Euro 2022 final.

Substitute Ella Toone opened the scoring in the second half, latching on to a smart through ball from the imperious Keira Walsh before lifting a stunning chip over the onrushing goalkeeper.

Chloe Kelly scored the winning goal in extra time to send most of the 87,000 people packed into Wembley - the biggest-ever attendance for a Euros final in England - into delirium.

Here are the best tweets, memes and reactions to the historic win.

Many were blown away by striker Chloe Kelly’s celebration:

Harry Kane was also quick to pay tribute to the incredible win.

Some also picked up on the close friendship shared by Ella Toone and Alessia Russo.

Others shared the jubilation of their daughters, who all celebrated the historic win.

Even Larry the cat got in on the action.

And of course, there were some brilliant jokes.

While some pointed out the discrepancies in the coverage.

And some commented on the post-match interviews.

More than anything, people were simply overjoyed...

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