England are in a World Cup semi-final for the first time since 1990. Penalities were not even required this time as they overcame a disappointing Sweden side.
This is how the English media has reacted to reaching the last four of the tournament.
Sunday Mirror
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Sun On Sunday
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Sunday Express
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Star On Sunday
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Mail On Sunday
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Sunday Times
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Sunday Telegraph
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The Observer
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