FA release statement warning England fans NOT to travel to the airport as Lioness heroes fly home after Euro 2025 glory

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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 after a 1-1 draw in Switzerland on Sunday.EPAEngland fans have been urged NOT to travel to the airport as the Lionesses heroes return to the UK[/caption]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 celebrations planned in London on Tuesday.Starting at 12.10pm, the bus will drive past fans along The Mall before ending with a staged ceremony at the Queen Victoria Memorial in front of Buckingham Palace at around 12.30pm.And this afternoon the Lionesses will be treated to a special reception at 10 Downing Street in celebration of the historic victory.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHosted by the Deputy Prime Minister and Sports Minister the victorious side will be welcomed alongside coaches and representatives from the Football Association.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 2022 Euros title, having beaten Germany 2-1 in the previous final at Wembley.The parade will be broadcast live across the BBC, ITV and Sky between 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 from Hannah Hampton allowed star player Chloe Kelly to fire home the winning penalty, securing victory for the Lionesses.And the team will likely be feeling a little worse for wear ahead of their flight home after partying UNTIL 4AM on Monday morning.After an emotional trophy lift and plenty of on-pitch celebrations, the England team kept the party going as they returned to their team hotel for a massive bash.Friends, family, staff and loved ones all awaited the Lionesses as they flooded through the doors wearing their “CHAMPIONS 25” shirts.While captain Leah Williamson and boss Wiegman even cut a custom-made football cake that had been brought in for the team to celebrate.THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball.