Eva de Goede’s shot thuds into the pads. There’s a brief pause whilst everyone in The Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre processes what’s just happened. Maddie Hinch takes off towards the sideline, shedding her gloves, helmet and elbow pads as she runs, before sliding to the floor and being engulfed by her jubilant team mates. England are European Champions.
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