Women's World Cup: England beat Germany to finish third

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The team celebrate their win

England have beaten Germany and claimed third place in the Women's World Cup.

Fara Williams scored the winning penalty in extra-time, giving England their first win over Germany in 31 years.

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Take a look at Fara's winning goal

The team's performance this World Cup has been the second-best performance in England's history, since the men's team won in 1966.

The Lionesses were relieved when a goal attempt from Germany missed the mark four minutes from the end.

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Head Coach Mark Sampson is hoisted in the air by the team.

England's bronze medal has earned the team around £14,000 in World Cup bonus payments.

England were the best performing European team in the competition, and will now climb up the world rankings.