England, Europe and UEFA Women's Championship
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Few managers in the game think outside the box like Wiegman – five successive finals is an achievement that may not be matched
Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is a huge football fan, branded the women's team 'history makers' after watching them roar to success in Switzerland last night
Sweden come into the clash as group-winners, with a spotless record that also included a 4-1 win over Germany. The Lionesses' tournament pedigree might see them go into the quarterfinal as favourites, but Sweden have been one of the best teams at Euro 2025 so far.
The team, decked in England flags and Union Jacks, travelled along The Mall on two open-top buses towards Buckingham Palace as the crowd chanted “It’s coming home.” The crowd was filled with people of all ages and genders,
Julia Brunton, 73, helped to pave the way for England's modern-day success when she was selected for the first FA-affiliated women's team since the 1921 ban on women's football was rescinded.
Manchester City have completed the signing of James Trafford from Burnley. City are re-signing one of their academy graduates, with Trafford departing the club for Turf Moor back in 2023 in search of regular first-team football.
Defending champion England has won the Women's European Championship after defeating Spain in the final in a penalty shootout. Chloe Kelly says she was confident she would score on England's last spot kick.
England's Lionesses are welcomed home by fans and attend a Downing Street reception, the day after retaining their Euros title in a penalty shootout against Spain. We use cookies to give you the best online experience. Strictly necessary cookies are on by default. Additional cookies are off by default.