Stuart Pearce's decision to make 10 changes paid off as Jack Rodwell's equaliser against Germany ensured England finished top of Group B in the European Under-21 Championships.
After falling behind to Gonzalo Castro's opener at Orjans Vall, Pearce's fringe players put in the type of performance he was wanting and Everton youngster Rodwell was the outstanding player in a decent team performance.
Rodwell's maturity in midfield was rewarded when he headed the equaliser, meaning England play their semi-final in Gothenburg later this week.
In the night's other game, Spain were eliminated but finished the tournament strongly with a dominant 2-0 victory over Finland.
Strikes in each half from Escudero Raul Garcia and Sanchez Pedro Leon wrapped up the win, but Spain finished third in Group B - and like Finland, failed to make the semi-finals.
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