England will face Spain in the Euro 2025 final on Sunday, setting the stage for a highly anticipated rematch of the 2023 World Cup final, which Spain won. The Lionesses, still heartbroken from that defeat two years ago, will now have a chance to reclaim glory and defend their European crown.
Spain secured their place in the final after a dramatic extra-time victory over Germany, completing the line-up for what promises to be an electrifying showdown between Europe’s top two teams. The final also presents an opportunity for Spain to complete a treble of major trophies, having already claimed the World Cup and Nations League titles.
Former England forward Ellen White, who helped the Lionesses to their Euro 2022 triumph, expressed her excitement ahead of the clash. “It’s going to be incredible,” she said. “It’s a one-off game. On England’s day they can beat anyone, on Spain’s day they can beat anyone, so that match-up is so amazing to see. I’m so excited.”
Ex-Lionesses captain Steph Houghton also backed the current squad, saying, “I’m just so buzzing for the girls. There’s no reason, with the squad that we have, that we can’t go and beat Spain.”
The upcoming final rekindles memories of England’s World Cup disappointment in Sydney, where they were outplayed by a dazzling Spanish side. That defeat came just over a year after England had lifted their first major trophy at Euro 2022 by beating Germany.
Despite the lingering memories of the World Cup final, England’s current squad has evolved. Seven of the 11 starters from that match featured in Tuesday’s semi-final win over Italy, but significant changes have occurred, including two recent retirements and the withdrawal of their World Cup captain ahead of the squad announcement last month.
With both teams determined and stacked with talent, Sunday’s final promises a thrilling contest that could mark redemption for England or a historic treble for Spain.
Faridah Abdulkadiri
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