ENGLAND fans have been warned NOT to travel to the airport as the Lionesses heroes land back to the UK this afternoon.
Sarina Wiegman’s side won back-to-back Euros titles after defeating world champions Spain 3-1 on penalties in Switzerland on Sunday.
But the FA have released a statement begging jubilant England fans to stay away from airports.
A spokesperson wrote: “Our history-making Lionesses will return home this afternoon.
“But due to limited space at the airport, we would advise fans not to travel there today.
“Instead, we look forward to seeing as many of you as possible in Central London tomorrow for the homecoming celebrations.”
The move is to ensure the players’ smooth and safe arrival, preventing potential overcrowding and logistical nightmares at what will be extremely busy airports.
Instead, supporters are being encouraged to join in the official homecoming on Tuesday.
Starting at 12.10pm, the bus will drive past fans along The Mall before ending with a staged ceremony at theQueen VictoriaMemorial in front ofat around 12.30pm.
And this afternoon thewill be treated to a special reception at 10 Downing Street in celebration of the historic victory.
Hosted by the Deputy Prime Minister and Sports Minister the victorious side will be welcomed alongside coaches and representatives from the.
England’s historic win saw them become the first English side to win a major tournament on foreign soil.
It also saw them defend their 2022Eurostitle, having beatenGermany2-1 in the previous final atStadium.
The parade will be broadcast live across theBBC,ITVandSkybetween 12pm and 1pm for those who can’t make the historic event.
Sunday’s final was full of twists and turns, with England falling behind in the 25th minute to a header from Mariona Caldentey.
However, the Lionesses roared back with a header of their own from Alessia Russo in the 57th minute to equalise the game.
The teams then tussled back and forth throughout the rest of normal and extra time before a nail-biting penalty shoot-out.
Ultimately, two heroic saves fromallowed star playerChloeKelly to fire home the winning penalty, securing victory for the Lionesses.
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