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England win U20 World Cup, securing first final success since 1966

Everton forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin got the only goal of the game against Venezuela, with Newcastle's Freddie Woodman saving a second-half penalty

Dominic Calvert-Lewin's first-half strike secured Under-20 World Cup glory for England as they beat Venezuela 1-0, although the Young Lions needed Freddie Woodman to secure the trophy with a late penalty save.

Calvert-Lewin broke the deadlock 10 minutes before the break in Suwon, the forward converting at the second attempt to put Paul Simpson's side ahead in Sunday's final.

Adalberto Penaranda then missed a spot kick for Venezuela in the 74th minute and England held firm in a nervy finish to be crowned world champions at Under-20 level for the first time.