Fans have compared the “wonderful family environment” that prevailed at Wembley during the Lionesses’ victory yesterday to the appalling sight of devastation at the men’s Euros final, when throngs of ticketless fans stormed the gates in a day of shame for England.
Among those observing the noticeably different vibe was BBC sports writer Natalie Pirks, who tweeted: “Just left Wembley en route to Trafalgar.
“There were no trampled barriers, piles of trash, or overpowering pee odour.
My children arrived yesterday night, and the lovely family-friendly environment put an end to any apprehension I could have had.
Could it please stay this way forever?
Tim Hollingsworth, CEO of Sport England, emphasised the same idea by posting a picture of a little child petting a police horse.
If you wanted an image to describe the difference between arriving at Wembley Way for this year’s Euro final and last year’s, this is it, the author said.
Happy atmosphere. #Wembley #WEuros2022.
The 87,192-person audience, which broke the previous record for either a men’s or a women’s Euros final, received overwhelmingly positive reviews from spectators for its behaviour.
Contrarily, the men’s final on July 11 of last year was tarnished by an estimated 5,000 ticketless thugs breaking Wembley security and gaining access to the concourses, resulting in confrontations between them and fans trying to stop them.
Fans were observed wrecking other parts of London and openly using cocaine, including Leicester Square.
53 persons were detained by police for public order violations, ABH, being intoxicated and unruly, and criminal activity.
Some Covid limitations, such as the rule of six for groups meeting indoors and a 30-person maximum outside, were still in effect at the time.
Following the incident, thousands, according to government statistics, contracted Covid.
Compare the behaviour, mood, and culture around Wembley today vs. the 2020 final, Alex Hesz wrote in a tweet besides a picture of happy supporters yesterday standing next to a man in a cart amid piles of trash from the 2017 final.
‘Lovely to see little girls and families in the crowd enjoying the #england UEFA womens euro 2022 instead of hooligans, foul language, and violence,’ commented another Twitter user, Isabela Campagna. awesome accomplishment for the Lionesses, #victory, and powerful women.
Emma Newman, a student from Whitby in North Yorkshire, was among the attendees at Wembley yesterday. Emma is 21 years old.
It’s a really beautiful setting, she continued, and nobody else is here besides to watch the game.
“It’s great that the fans aren’t making a scene; these women are amazing and deserve to be properly supported.
“I simply hope they can complete the task.
In the hours leading up to a victory party with supporters in Trafalgar Square, England’s pride of courageous Lionesses had a night of partying till 4 a.m. yesterday.
The Queen praised the players after their historic 2-1 victory over Germany, and they afterwards partied late into the night at Wembley, on the team bus, and even in the parking lot outside their hotel.
As she left the team hotel carrying the Euro trophy, captain Leah Williamson was greeted with a thunderous cheer from a large group of spectators.
Leah tried to raise the silver award above her head while donning a red bucket hat.
I’m feeling a little rough this morning, she continued, telling the BBC.
Just before 11 p.m., the Lionesses returned to their team hotel for a celebration of their victory.
Everyone was clapping and cheering when they entered, a hotel guest recalled.
I have no doubt that it was a wild party. The Lionesses’ had every reason to rejoice, if anyone did.
Excited England supporters were still in a happy mood this morning as they got ready to witness the Lionesses win the Euro 22 title at a celebration in Trafalgar Square.
Teachers Flic Burgess, 30, and Polly Swindells, 29, expressed their optimism that the incredible triumph would pave the way for women’s football and ensure that more girls would have the opportunity to play in schools.
‘I watched the game yesterday at Wembley and the atmosphere was great, the crowd were behind the team all the way,’ said Ms. Swindells, a resident of North London.
The Lionesses were outstanding; they maintained composure and committed to the plan, and it paid off—we won the cup for the first time in 56 years, since 1966.
The problem for us as teachers now is how to get girls playing football every day at school.
It’s such a boost for the women’s game. We must continue this momentum.
scenes from the men’s Euro final, where it was believed that 5,000 ticketless thugs broke into Wembley.
I was in tears at the end, Ms. Burgess acknowledged and said.
A new generation of young girls will likely be inspired by this since the entire nation is currently celebrating an unique milestone.
Every chance must be provided for them to play football with the lads.
Mother Jemma Gardner and her eight-year-old daughter Eve, who travelled over 200 miles from their home in the vicinity of Preston, Lancashire, were also at Wembley yesterday cheering on the Lionesses.
Jemma, a 37-year-old hairdresser, exclaimed, “What a terrific win and what an absolutely brilliant team.
“They deserved to win because they were the greatest team in the competition.
We won the tickets in a raffle sponsored by my daughter’s football club, who plays for a local team.
“I believe the Lionesses are an inspiration, and more girls will start playing football today,” said Eve.
In the future, hopefully, we’ll have another successful team.
I thought the Lionesses were amazing yesterday, said Eve, who was covered in the St. George’s flag.
“I was overjoyed when they triumphed.
“My mother prefers Alessia Russo, but Lucy Bronze is my favourite player.
“Watching England win the cup at Wembley was a dream come true. It was my first football game.”
James Wellecomme, who is eight years old, and Dawn Edwards were eager to see the team this afternoon and witness them hoist the Euro 22 trophy.
As fans danced to the “Three Lions” anthem, which featured the catchphrase “It’s Coming Home,” Trafalgar Square was covered in England flags.
The atmosphere here is fantastic, it means so lot to so many people, said Ms. Edwards, 47, who is from Croydon in South London.
I’m very happy I could join my kid in this celebration.
He is a huge football fan, so seeing the Lionesses win will be a special moment for him.
He doesn’t mind seeing the men or the women play, either.
The champions and best team in Europe, Chelsea, said supporter James with a nod.
I want to shake as many team members’ hands as I can.