'The women's Euro victory was made in Manchester... now our city can't let it be forgotten'

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When the Lionesses began their delayed Euro 2021 campaign this summer, they set out with two goals in mind - to lift the trophy and to make more people fall in love with women's football.

After a sensational 2-1 win over Germany in extra time in front of a record-breaking Wembley crowd, the England team cemented their place in the history books - securing the country's first major football tournament win since 1966. From Chloe Kelly's shirt whirling celebration after scoring the winning goal, to Ella Toone's hilarious Harry Kane quip, this united team of girls have brought joy and hope to a nation at a time when it was most needed.

And if inspiring a generation of young girls was the aspiration of this historic England team - need only watch the video of eight-year-old football fanatic Evie Jackson from Leigh, seen asking her dad why the stadium is so big - with a massive grin on her face.

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In the words of Ella Toone, the Wigan-born midfielder who plays for Manchester United: "We can't forget everyone who came before us, but we've left the shirt in a better place for all the little girls growing up and we're so proud."

There can be no doubt that this team have changed the landscape of women's football and sport, but campaigners and experts have warned more needs to happen going forward to carry on the momentum from this summer. From PE teachers incorporating more football into the girl's curriculum, to promoting more awareness of the Women's Super League, this is what teachers, players, and local leaders in Greater Manchester say MUST happen next to create a long-term legacy here.

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