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ENGLAND FOOTBALL TEAM

Early day motion 1493, tabled 1 July 1998 by Paul Marsden (Labour). Signed by 18 members.

That this House congratulates the England football team on an outstanding performance against Argentina in the 1998 World Cup; believes Michael Owen's goal was the goal of the tournament; recognises that England held out for over an hour reduced to 10 men against one of the best teams in the world; believes that Glenn Hoddle's team of David Seaman, Gary Neville, Tony Adams, Sol Campbell, Darren Anderton, Paul Ince, David Beckham, Paul Scholes, Graham Le Saux, Alan Shearer, Michael Owen and the substitues David Barry, Paul Merson and Gareth Southgate displayed the finest footballing skills and demonstrated the indomitable spirit that is an example to everyone; and wishes all the home countries the best of luck in the next European Championship.

Signatures by party: Labour 15, Labour/Co-operative 2, Conservative 1.