'So proud' – Tributes pour in for Chloe Kelly as 'grateful' Lionesses star earns 50th senior cap during win over Spain

Tributes from the likes of Millie Bright, Alessia Russo and Leah Williamson have flooded in after Chloe Kelly earned her 50th cap for England.

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Made senior debut in 2018Reached half-century of capsHailed by Lionesses colleaguesFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?

The Euro 2022 winner, who famously netted the decisive goal in a Wembley showdown with Germany, is currently on the books at Arsenal having retraced steps to her roots from WSL rivals Manchester City – where her contract was running down.

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She was initially left out of Sarina Wiegman’s latest Lionesses squad, but was drafted into said pack following the withdrawal of others. Kelly started a Nations League clash with Spain on the bench, but was introduced just past the hour mark.

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The 27-year-old forward was given a warm reception by the Wembley crowd, with a notable landmark being hit. Kelly has reached a half-century at international level, having made her senior debut back in 2018.

WHAT LIONESSES SAID

Lionesses colleagues have been quick to sing Kelly’s praises. Chelsea defender Bright said: “50 caps for my sis, sp proud.” Leah Williamson merely said “there she is” while fellow Gunners star Russo added: “50 caps for the girl, so proud.” Keira Walsh chimed in with a “proud of you” message and Ella Toone said “love it”.

In a social media post of her own, Kelly said: “Grateful for 50. Every time stepping onto the pitch with 3 Lions on my chest is a honour. Little me dreamt of this.”

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