England will be out for redemption as they bid to defend their Women’s Euro crown against world champions Spain this weekend.
The Lionesses are one game away from retaining their title but face a repeat of the 2023 World Cup final, which they lost to ‘La Roja’.
Sarina Wiegman‘s side came from a goal down against Italy to book their place in the Euro showpiece for a second straight tournament.
Michelle Agyemang struck with seconds to spare in their semi-final clash on Tuesday, to send the game to extra-time.
England then avoided the lottery of a penalty shoot-out, ironically by being awarded a spot-kick in the remaining minutes of the match.
Chloe Kelly’s initial effort was saved, but she tapped in the rebound in the 119th minute to ensure the Lionesses are in a third consecutive major final.
Spain, similarly, went the distance against Germany the following night, with Aitana Bonmati scoring a stunning extra-time winner.
England vs Spain: Date and how to follow
The 2025 Women’s European Championship final will take place on Sunday, July 27.
It is being played at St. Jacob Park in Basel, with kick-off set for 5pm UK time.
talkSPORT will have live coverage of the showpiece, presented by Adrian Durham.
Commentary will come from Joe Shennan and Tash Dowie, while talkSPORT.com will also provide regular updates via our live blog.
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Fans will also be able to watch the action live on BBC and ITV, alongside BBC iPlayer and ITVX.
Women’s Euro final: Road to the final
Quarter-finals
- Norway 1-2 Italy
- Sweden 2-2 England (2-3 pens)
- Spain 2-0 Switzerland
- France 1-1 Germany (5-6 pens)
Semi-finals
- England 2-1 Italy (AET)
- Germany 0-1 Spain (AET)
Final
- Sunday, July 27 – 5pm
Women's Euro final: Past winners
- 2022: England
- 2017: Netherlands
- 2013: Germany
- 2009: Germany
- 2005: Germany
- 2001: Germany
- 1997: Germany
- 1995: Germany
- 1993: Norway
- 1991: Germany
- 1989: West Germany
- 1987: Norway
- 1984: Sweden
England vs Spain: Team news
The Lionesses are sweating on Lauren James’s availability after the Chelsea star was subbed at half-time against Italy through injury.
Her replacement, Beth Mead, won the penalty from which Kelly eventually scored the winner, and both are options to start here.
The latter, particularly, has inspired game-changing comebacks from the bench in each of England’s past two knockout matches.
As for Spain, defender Laia Aleixandri is available again after a one-game suspension, with no other injury issues to contend with.
England squad
- Goalkeepers: Hannah Hampton (Chelsea), Khiara Keating (Manchester City), Anna Moorhouse (Orlando Pride)
- Defenders: Lucy Bronze (Chelsea), Jess Carter (Gotham FC), Niamh Charles (Chelsea), Alex Greenwood (Manchester City), Maya Le Tissier (Manchester United), Esme Morgan (Washington Spirit), Leah Williamson (Arsenal), Lotte Wubben-Moy (Arsenal)
- Midfielders: Grace Clinton (Manchester United), Jess Park (Manchester City), Georgia Stanway (Bayern München), Ella Toone (Manchester United), Keira Walsh (Chelsea)
- Forwards: Michelle Agyemang (Arsenal), Aggie Beever-Jones (Chelsea), Lauren Hemp (Manchester City), Lauren James (Chelsea), Chloe Kelly (Manchester City), Beth Mead (Arsenal), Alessia Russo (Arsenal)
Spain squad
- Goalkeepers: Cata Coll (Barcelona), Adriana Nanclares (Athletic Club), Esther Sullastres (Sevilla)
- Defenders: Laia Aleixandri (Barcelona), Ona Batlle (Barcelona), Olga Carmona (Real Madrid), Jana Fernandez (Barcelona), Leila Ouahabi (Manchester City), Maria Mendez (Real Madrid), Irene Paredes (Barcelona)
- Midfielders: Aitana Bonmati (Barcelona), Patri Guijarro (Barcelona), Vicky Lopez (Barcelona), Alexia Putellas (Barcelona), Maite Zubieta (Athletic Club)
- Forwards: Mariona Caldentey (Arsenal), Athenea del Castillo (Real Madrid), Lucia Garcia (Monterrey), Esther Gonzalez (Gotham FC), Cristina Martin-Prieto (Benfica), Salma Paralluelo (Barcelona), Claudia Pina (Barcelona), Alba Redondo (Real Madrid)
England vs Spain: What has been said?
The Lionesses are now in a third major final in a row – the first time a senior England men’s or women’s side have achieved the feat.
talkSPORT’s Adrian Durham, who was in Geneva for their semi-final rollercoaster, said at full-time: “Well, you know the phrase back from the brink, these Lionesses are reinventing that word, brink.
“They’re redefining it, we need a new term for what they’re doing at this tournament.
“I mean they’re all smiles, they’re all laughing, you can understand why.
“But Italy will be wondering how on earth they are out, incredible.”
He added: “They get me so frustrated, they’re so wound up, they get me so stressed out and then they go and win it and you can’t help but love them.
“And you can’t help but forgive them and you can’t help but back them because yet again they’ve got to another final at a major tournament.
“What a run of achievement and success from this England squad from Sarina Wiegman and the players, amazing just amazing, and the backing they’ve had as well.”