The Three Lions were dealt an early blow as Xavi Simons fired the Dutch ahead with a fine strike from just outside the box, however they battled back through a fortuitous penalty - dispatched by Harry Kane - to go into the break with the scores locked at 1-1.
It looked like it was going into extra time again, that England might need another shootout, but then Ollie Watkins decided otherwise, firing into the back of the net with a fantastic strike late in the day.
Here’s how we rated the Three Lions after that game in Dortmund:
5. Kieran Trippier - 6
A steady performance from the Newcastle United man, without really managing to excel. Can't fault him out of position, but he was replaced at half time. | Getty Images
6. Declan Rice - 6
Wasn't his best outing for England, but still came up in moments for them when it was required. Will have been disappointed with his part in the opening goal, but didn't let it affect him. Photo: Bradley Collyer
7. Kobbie Mainoo - 8
A brilliant performance from him in the heart of midfield for England. Ran things for large parts, put in some huge efforts in the duels, and - though he wasn't quite as a good in the second half - played a huge part in the result. Photo: Martin Rickett
8. Bukayo Saka - 8
Another great outing from the Arsenal man, who kept on plugging away for England down the right. Didn't always get the joy, but was constantly trying to make things happen. Photo: Adam Davy