The Lionesses retained their European Championship crown in thrilling fashion, defeating Spain 3-1 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in the Euro 2025 final. Chloe Kelly scored the decisive spot-kick, with goalkeeper Hannah Hampton producing heroics. Harry Kane led the tributes with a heartfelt message praising the team's incredible achievement in Switzerland.
England beat Spain on penalties to win Euro 2025Chloe Kelly scores decisive penalty in shootout victoryKane praises Lionesses’ 'incredible achievement'Follow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
England came from behind to beat reigning world champions Spain on penalties in the Euro 2025 final. Mariona Caldentey gave Spain the lead, but Alessia Russo equalised after the break, assisted by Chloe Kelly. The match finished 1-1 after extra time, before Hampton’s shootout saves and Kelly’s decisive penalty sealed the win for Sarina Wiegman's Lionesses.
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The victory in Switzerland marked a sweet revenge for England, who lost the 2023 World Cup final to Spain. It also confirmed Wiegman’s tactical gamble, replacing Lionesses legend Mary Earps with Hampton, as a masterstroke. With back-to-back Euros triumphs, England have firmly cemented their place at the top of European football, and Bayern Munich striker and Three Lions captain Kane was full of praise for the European champions.
WHAT KANE SAID
England men’s captain Harry Kane posted on Instagram: “Back-to-back! Incredible achievement. Congratulations to all the players and staff."
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WHAT NEXT FOR THE LIONESSES?
The Lionesses will celebrate their second straight European title before preparations begin for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers. Wiegman’s bold decisions have been vindicated, but competition for spots will only intensify. For now, England can bask in their glory and another momentous milestone.