Ollie Watkins Wonder Goal Sends England to Euros Final
Substitute scores with virtually last touch of match
Late heroics leave England one match away from glory
OLIVER WATKINS fired England into the final of Euro 2024 with a stunning last-gasp goal against the Netherlands.
The Aston Villa striker came off the bench to score with virtually the last touch of the match, sending the Three Lions to within one match of glory.
Watkins' goal sparked wild celebrations at Bramall Lane, as England reached their first major tournament final since Euro 96.
The Netherlands had taken the lead through Cody Gakpo's first-half strike, but England hit back in the second half through Bukayo Saka.
The match looked set to go to extra time, but Watkins had other ideas.
The 26-year-old collected the ball in the Netherlands box and turned sharply before firing a low shot into the bottom corner.
The goal sent England's players and fans into raptures, as they celebrated a famous victory.
England will now face Italy in the final on Sunday.
It is the Three Lions' first major tournament final since Euro 96, when they lost to Germany on penalties.
Watkins' goal has given England a chance to end their long wait for a major trophy.
The Aston Villa striker has been in impressive form for England in recent months, and his late goal against the Netherlands will live long in the memory.
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