The England Lionesses have gained the UEFA Ladies’s Euro 2025 after beating Spain 3-1 in a penalty shootout. The ultimate was performed at St. Jakob-Park and ended 1-1 after additional time.
This win means England have defended their European title, turning into champions for the second time in a row. It’s additionally the primary time a senior England crew has gained a serious trophy outdoors the nation because the males’s crew gained the World Cup in 1966.
Spain took the lead within the twenty fifth minute when Mariona Caldentey scored with a header from a cross by Ona Batlle. However England equalised within the second half when Alessia Russo scored within the 57th minute, after a intelligent cross from Chloe Kelly.
England practically took the lead later, with Lucy Bronze hitting the crossbar, however the match stayed 1-1 by way of full time and additional time.
The sport was then determined by penalties. England scored three of their 5 penalties, whereas Spain solely scored one out of 4.
Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton was the star of the shootout, saving penalties from Olga Carmona and Irene Paredes. Russo and Kelly each scored their penalties for England.
Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati was named Participant of the Event for her glorious performances all through the competitors.
This victory is a proud second for English soccer and a giant achievement for the Lionesses.
