Spain Leads England 1-0 Halfway Women's Euro 2025 Final Basel

In the UEFA Women's EURO 2025 final held in Basel, England clinched the championship after a tense penalty shootout against Spain, with a final score of 1-1 (3-1 on penalties). Spain's Mariona Caldentey opened the scoring with a precise header, but England responded through Alessia Russo's equalizer, assisted by substitute Chloe Kelly, who came on early after Lauren James was forced off with an injury. Kelly also scored the decisive penalty, earning her the title of 'Clutch Queen,' while England's goalkeeper was pivotal in the shootout, saving two crucial penalties and securing the victory. Despite Spain leading at halftime, England's resilience, aided by strategic substitutions and strong defensive play, turned the match around for their second consecutive European crown. The final featured notable spectators including Prince William and Princess Charlotte from England, as well as Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía from Spain, highlighting the significance of the event. The match was widely streamed and followed, underscoring the growing prominence of women's soccer.