England triumphed over Spain in a tense penalty shootout to claim the Women’s Euro 2025 title on Sunday. After a 1-1 draw following extra time, Chloe Kelly confidently converted the winning penalty, securing a 3-1 shootout victory for the defending champions.
England’s goalkeeper, Hannah Hampton, played a crucial role by saving penalties from Spain’s Mariona Caldentey and star player Aitana Bonmati. Meanwhile, Spain’s Salma Paralluelo missed her shot, sending it wide and ending their hopes.
The match was full of drama, with England coming from behind after conceding an early goal to Spain’s Mariona Caldentey in the 25th minute. England fought back in the second half, with Alessia Russo heading in an equalizer from a Chloe Kelly cross in the 57th minute.
Throughout the tournament, Spain had only been behind for four minutes total, and never trailed England for a single moment, but they were unable to clinch their first European championship.
This victory was reminiscent of Kelly’s extra-time winner three years ago at Wembley when England defeated Germany 2-1, showing once again that England knows how to win in the most dramatic fashion.
