England are champions of Europe once again after defeating Spain 3–1 in a dramatic penalty shootout to win UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 at St. Jakob-Park in Basel, Switzerland.
In a tense and enthralling final that ended 1–1 after extra time, the Lionesses held their nerve from the spot to successfully defend the title they first won in 2022. Spain, who dominated possession for large spells, struck first in the 25th minute through Mariona Caldentey, who headed home a pinpoint cross from Ona Batlle after catching the England defence flat-footed.
England gradually grew into the game and found an equaliser in the second half, setting up a gripping battle that extended through extra time.
With both sides unable to find a winner, the match went to penalties, where Hannah Hampton emerged as the hero — saving two spot-kicks — as England sealed a 3–1 victory in the shootout to claim back-to-back European titles.
