On July 31, 2022, the England women's football team, known as the Lionesses, triumphed over Germany 2-1 to win their first major title in Euro 2022, a historic milestone for women's football. The morning of the final was marked by a calm confidence within the team despite minor inconveniences, such as malfunctioning hotel blinds that disrupted their sleep. Players shared personal anecdotes, showcasing both the pressures and emotional significance of the day, creating a memorable backdrop against a backdrop of heightened national support for women's football.
Lucy Bronze reminisced about their stay before the final, stating, "We stayed at The Lodge at Tottenham's training ground. It wasn't a great start."
Leah Williamson humorously noted about the blinds at their hotel, saying, "If we lose today it's going to be because of the blinds."
Alex Greenwood described the pre-match atmosphere as relaxed, saying, "You'd have thought it was a day off. It was so relaxed, so chilled."
Jorge Bronze shared a personal moment, stating, "My one-year-old, Alzira, took her first steps. That was quite an exciting start to a nervous day."
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