FA Chief Executive Brian Barwick said: "On behalf of The FA I would like to congratulate the England team for their remarkable achievement in winning back The Ashes.

"Their fantastic performances throughout the summer have gripped the nation and rightly so.

"In recognition of their achievement, we will be joining the celebrations by lighting up the arch at the new Wembley Stadium."

Kevin Peake from Ashes Test sponsors npower, who are also the Official Energy Supplier to Wembley Stadium, added: "It has been one of the greatest Test series ever with the whole nation glued to the cricket and waiting with baited breath to see whether England can bring the Ashes home.

"We felt lighting the Wembley Arch was a fitting tribute to the outstanding cricket that we have seen from both teams this summer and an excellent way to celebrate England's fantastic win."