Williamson became the first England captain since Bobby Moore to lift a trophy wearing the three lions
The captain of England's Lionesses, Leah Williamson, has revealed what Prince William personally told her on the podium as she prepared to lift the Euro 2022 trophy at Wembley. Skipper Williamson revealed he told her of his immense pride at the team's historic achievement.
He was part of the line-up of officials who congratulated the victorious England players as they collected their medals. The prince shook hands with most of the squad, but gave Williamson a celebratory hug, reports The Mirror. "The legacy of this tournament is a change in society. We've brought people together and got people to this game," Williamson said.
"What we've done for women and young girls who can look up and aspire to be us. I think England have hosted an incredible tournament and we've changed the game in this country - and hopefully across Europe and across the world."
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