‘Tunes were on’ – Cole Palmer reveals the vibes in the England squad after beating Netherlands as he urges Three Lions to ‘finish the job’ in Euro 2024 final clash against Spain

A brilliant late Ollie Watkins strike gave England a 2-1 win over Netherlands on Wednesday, booking a second consecutive European Championship final, this time against Spain on Sunday in Berlin. The Three Lions have the opportunity to end 56 years of hurt in the men’s game, as they attempt to become the first male England team to win the tournament.

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  Palmer has revealed that the vibes were positively immaculate after England’s win, as “tunes” blared out on the team coach back to the hotel following their dramatic late victory. But he has also urged focus as Gareth Southgate’s side prepare to face a Spain side that has won every single game at the tournament thus far.

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    Speaking to England’s YouTube channel, Palmer said: “Everyone’s buzzing. Last night on the bus, tunes were on, [in the] changing room, everyone was just enjoying it.

    “But obviously it’s a short turnaround and it’s a massive, massive game to change our lives, our family’s lives, and to make everyone proud. That’s what we’re trying to do.

    “I think if you’ve got to this final then you have to hopefully finish the job. It’s all good getting to the final, and you’ve got to enjoy it because you don’t get many moments to enjoy. But, no, everyone just wants to win so bad.”

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    Southgate will lead his England side into their second final under his management on Sunday. In 2021, they lost on penalties to Italy; it remains to be seen if they can go one better against Spain.

    Source goal.com