Stars have sent messages of support for the England team after their devastating penalty loss at Wembley.
England's dreams of Euro 2020 glory were shattered as they were beaten by Italy in a nail-biting penalty shoot-out.
The two sides reached a 1-1 stalemate after extra time, but it was Roberto Mancini’s side who lifted the trophy with a 3-2 penalty victory.
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A host of celebs flocked to Twitter with words of comfort, urging the lads to look towards next year's World Cup.
Good Morning Britain presenter Ben Shephard wrote: "Absolutely heart broken for Gareth Southgate and the team.
"What a few weeks they’ve given us - joy, exhilaration, pride and belief at a time we all needed it.
"Thank you @England roll on WC22!!"
Take That singer Howard Donald tweeted: "It is what it is!
"The England team and their manager should be so proud to even take Italy to penalties.
"No penalty taker should take the blame for having one saved.
"Possibly the most nerve racking thing to have to do. Well done @England. Well done Italy."
Gemma Atkinson paid tribute on her Instagram: "Gutted, but my gosh SO PROUD!!!
"Hold your heads high lads! You raised the spirit of our country and played with your hearts.
"I'm so proud to be English! #threelions."
Emmerdale actor Jay Kontzle said: "True heart, dedication and further than we’ve been in many years (and never in my lifetime). We go again next year!!!"
Judge Robert Rinder said proudly: "It still came home. #stillproud."
TV presenter and West End star Denise Van Outen said: "Proud of our team."
And Coronation Street star Rachel Leskovac said: "Really proud that England got to the final.
"Played the best they could against a very very strong team.
"They gave it their all and brought the nation together (for a change) #ThreeLions."
It was a heartbreaking end for Gareth Southgate’s side after they had helped to lift the nation's spirits while journeying to their first European Football Championships.
There was a thundering start when the Three Lions roared into a second minute lead through Manchester United star's Luke Shaw’s thrilling strike, only for Leonado Bonucci to level up.
It was England’s biggest national match since the 1966 World Cup final with more than 60,000 fans cheering them on at Wembley.
