England 1-1 Spain (England win 3-1 on pens): Women’s Euro 2025 final – live reaction

The Euro 2025 final kicked off at 5pm BST (6pm CET) in Basel, where England secured a historic victory after a dramatic match. Alessia Russo scored a second-half equalizer to force extra time and penalties, with Chloe Kelly converting the decisive penalty to become the tournament hero. This win marks England's first senior team to claim two major titles and their first major tournament victory on foreign soil.

Michelle Agyemang is highlighted as pivotal to England's campaign, having rescued the team twice during the tournament. Match highlights and player ratings are available for review, alongside coverage comparisons between BBC and ITV for UK audiences. Player celebrations are shared via Instagram, requiring user permission for access.

Esther González earned the Golden Boot as the tournament's top scorer, though the Golden Glove recipient remains unconfirmed. Chloe Kelly's standout season included a loan move from Manchester City to Arsenal, where she ignited her form, helped secure the Champions League trophy, and delivered crucial substitute performances—including the winning penalty in the final.

Lucy Bronze played the entire tournament with a fractured tibia, excelling despite significant pain, particularly during the quarter-final. The Prime Minister issued a congratulatory message, while legacy discussions explore potential impacts on women's football attendance, mirroring the post-Euro 2022 surge in the Women’s Super League.