England will play in the semi-finals of the World Cup for the first time in 28 years after they swept Sweden aside 2-0 in Samara.

Harry Maguire headed the opener from a corner as the Three Lions roared into an early lead. Dele Alli popped up with a second header from Jesse Lingard’s fine delivery midway through the second half to give Gareth Southgate’s side a comfortable cushion.

Jordan Pickford was called upon to make three important stops during the 90 minutes but England were well worth their win.