England Overcome Two-Goal Deficit, Beat Sweden in Euro 2025 Shootout

In a dramatic UEFA Women's Euro 2025 quarter-final at Zurich's Letzigrund stadium, England made a remarkable comeback to defeat Sweden 3-2 in a penalty shootout after trailing 2-0 in the first half. Sweden dominated early, scoring twice quickly, but England's resilience, led by captain Lucy Bronze, saw them level late in the match with goals from Bronze and substitute Michelle Agyemang. The match extended into extra time and ultimately penalties, where Bronze scored the decisive penalty, securing England's place in the semi-finals. England's coach Sarina Wiegman and teammates praised Bronze's grit, determination, and leadership throughout the game. Despite Sweden's strong performance and goalkeeper Jennifer Falk's four saves, England's unwavering self-belief and teamwork prevailed under intense pressure. This victory exemplifies England's fighting spirit and ability to overcome adversity in high-stakes matches.