They've only gong and done it!

THE Lioness leader who helped England tame their rivals and become the pride of the nation is set to be made a dame.

- By Giles Sheldrick Chief Reporter

Sarina Wiegman, the Dutch mastermind behind the national team's second successive Euros triumph, is now almost certain to receive an honorary gong in the New Year's honours list.

And her courageous Lionesses are also likely to be honoured after roaring to glory at Euro 2025.

England defeated Spain on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Sunday's final.

Team manager Wiegman, 55, had been set to be put forward for a gong two years ago had the Lionesses won the World Cup, but they lost 1-0 to the same opponents.

Success

Sunday night's breathless win in Basel, Switzerland, meant redemption and now paves the way for the squad to be officially recognised on behalf of a grateful nation.