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Aug 14, 2013 at 8pm UK

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Rickie Lambert: 'England winner a dream come true'

By Paul Gorst, Reporter | 15 August 2013

Southampton striker Rickie Lambert speaks of his delight at marking his England debut with the winning goal in the 3-2 win over Scotland on Wednesday night.

Southampton striker Rickie Lambert spoke of a dream come true after he marked his England debut with a winning goal with his first touch.

Lambert's strike gave the Three Lions a 3-2 victory over Scotland at Wembley on Wednesday night.

"That's what I've been dreaming of for probably all my life. It means so much," Lambert told ITV.

"It was my first chance. [A] corner, obviously I fancied myself and what a ball from Leighton [Baines]. It went exactly where I would have wished it to - and I managed to get rid of my marker and get a firm header.

"I tried to play it cool as if it didn't bother me but in reality I wanted to scream. It was brilliant. And I have to say a big thank you to the lads who made me so welcome. I had respect for them anyway but being with them for a few days, I have even more respect."

Manager Roy Hodgson praised Lambert following the Southampton forward's match-winning display.