From Rishi Sunak to Harry Kane: England Under-21s earn plaudits after Euros win

England’s victory in the European Under-21 Championship captured the nation as prominent figures took to social media to offer their congratulations.

Curtis Jones’ first-half goal, coupled with goalkeeper James Trafford’s stoppage-time penalty save, ensured the Young Lions lifted the trophy for the first time in 39 years as they edged out Spain 1-0.

Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the tributes as the likes of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and senior men’s captain Harry Kane joined in the celebrations.

FA chief executive Mark Bullingham was among the first to applaud the Young Lions, with other governing bodies quick to follow

“Everybody connected with the group should feel a great sense of pride for the part they’ve played in leading this age group to the trophy for the first time since 1984.”

A message from our CEO Mark Bullingham after our #YoungLions became #U21EURO champions… pic.twitter.com/QxK5vlOFQp

— The FA (@FA) July 8, 2023

Congratulations to the #YoungLions! #U21EURO Champions pic.twitter.com/LnsWtE0E27

— Professional Footballers’ Association (@PFA) July 8, 2023

Didn’t concede a single goal

James Trafford #U21EURO pic.twitter.com/NYMPUsw9W2

— #U21EURO (@UEFAUnder21) July 8, 2023

Political figures were also caught up in the excitement

They’ve done it! Congratulations @England U21s on becoming European champions

And to go a whole tournament without conceding – James Trafford take a bow https://t.co/DdQtuO1cbZ

— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) July 8, 2023

Congratulations to Lee Carsley & the whole England team on a brilliant victory at the U21 Euros – our first in 39 years!

The future looks bright for English football & we’re all rooting for the Lionesses in Australia & New Zealand in the weeks ahead ! https://t.co/n5nN1zt8xd

— Lucy Frazer (@lucyfrazermp) July 8, 2023

England stars past and present were delighted with the win

Yesss lads! What a win! Done the country proud https://t.co/qFevPqhfWe

— Harry Kane (@HKane) July 8, 2023

GET IN THERE!