England Wins Euro 2025 Final, Kelly Faces Spanish Media Criticism

Chloe Kelly once again etched her name in football history by scoring the winning penalty for England in the Euro 2025 final against Spain, helping the Lionesses defend their European crown and become the first senior English team to win a trophy on foreign soil. Kelly's celebration, where she made eye contact and ran past Spain goalkeeper Cata Coll after scoring, sparked criticism from Spanish media, who described her actions as 'unnecessary' and 'cocky.' Spanish outlets like Diario AS accused England of 'robbing' Spain of a deserved victory despite Spain largely dominating the match, framing the defeat as a cruel end to their European Championship dream. The match was a tense, drama-filled encounter decided by a penalty shootout, with England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton making key saves. England's resilience throughout the tournament, including overcoming deficits in knockout rounds and thriving in pressure moments, was praised by international media, with particular acclaim for Kelly's clutch performances. The final highlighted contrasting football styles and underscored England's strong support system, coaching, and team spirit as vital to their success.