Gary Lineker sent a classy message on Twitter following England’s penalty shoot-out defeat to Italy in the Euro 2020 final last night.

The Three Lions made the perfect start with Luke Shaw scoring with a lovely half volley at the near post in just the third minute.

They failed to double their advantage before the break. The Azzurri slowly grew into the game and equalised through Leonardo Bonucci after the hour mark.

With neither team managing to find the winner, the game went to penalties. Italy prevailed with a 3-2 shoot-out win to win their second European title.

Gareth Southgate’s side had the advantage in both normal time and early on in the shoot-out, but they failed to capitalise on the key moments.

It was still an excellent campaign for the team. Lineker emphasised that it is not the end and just the beginning for the young England squad.

This is not the end for this young. @england side, it’s just the beginning. Congratulations to @azzurri. You deserved it.

— Gary Lineker