England 1-1 Spain (Jul 27, 2025) Game Analysis

England defeated Spain 3-1 in a penalty shootout to win Euro 2025 after a 1-1 draw following extra time, successfully defending their title. Chloe Kelly scored the decisive penalty, replicating her 2022 heroics.

Spain took the lead in the 25th minute when Ona Batlle's cross found Mariona Caldentey, who headed past goalkeeper Hannah Hampton. England struggled after Lauren James' ankle injury, but Kelly's substitution before halftime proved pivotal. She solidified England's defense and provided a precise cross for Alessia Russo's equalizing header in the 57th minute.

Despite dominating possession, Spain failed to score again during normal time and extra time. In the shootout, Spain's Cata Coll saved Beth Mead's opening penalty, but Hampton saved Caldentey's and Aitana Bonmatí's attempts. After Coll stopped Leah Williamson's kick, Spain's Salma Paralluelo missed wide, setting up Kelly to clinch victory with a powerful strike.

Kelly expressed pride in the team and personal composure, while Hampton praised England's resilience in overcoming deficits throughout the tournament. Bonmatí described Spain's exhaustion and emotional emptiness after the loss. This marked the first Euro final decided by penalties since 1984.