England have won the Cerebral Palsy World Cup for the first time by beating the United States 2-1 in a thrilling final in Atlanta. The hosts took the lead from a corner with three minutes left, but Sam Dewhirst equalised to send the match into extra time. The Para Lions then secured victory when David Porcher scored after Dewhirst's shot was saved.
Head coach Jack Rutter described the win as historic, praising the immense sacrifice made by players and staff. He expressed disbelief at winning the tournament, having initially hoped only for a medal. The triumph comes shortly after England's powerchair squad were defeated by France in their World Cup final.
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