Lionesses defender Jess Carter bravely shared her experience with online abuse during Euro 2025. She admitted to profound concern that teammate Lauren James would face "astronomical" backlash if she missed a penalty, highlighting the immense pressure faced by players
England's Lionesses roared to victory at Euro 2025, claiming the championship title in a thrilling final against Spain! While their path through the knockout stages tested their resilience, Sarina Wiegman's squad showcased incredible determination and skill. From clutch performances to moments of brilliance, each player contributed to a historic win, cementing their place in footballing history and delighting fans across the nation. Now, we rank every England player's performance throughout the tournament…
England women were crowned European champions for the second consecutive time as they beat World Cup winners Spain 3-1 on penalties on Sunday. This was Sarina Wiegman's third Euros triumph in a row as she had won it with the Lionesses in 2022 and the Netherlands in 2018. Plenty of England stars took to social media to celebrate after the remarkable success in Switzerland.
Lionesses Chloe Kelly and Leah Williamson are reportedly "queuing up" for cameos in a potential "Bend It Like Beckham 2." Director Gurinder Chadha, inspired by the Lionesses' impact and their "great message," is keen to revive the beloved film. Even Keira Knightley is rumoured to be a wanted returnee for the sequel, promising an exciting new chapter for football and film fans alike
Lauren James has been declared fully fit and available for selection by Sarina Wiegman as England prepare to face Spain in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final. She had sparked concerns in the Lionesses dressing room after she picked up an ankle issue during the semi-final win over Italy. However, the Chelsea star completed training on Saturday in Zurich and is now in contention for Sunday’s high-stakes finale in Basel.
England's Lionesses are preparing for a Euro 2025 final with Spain but may have to cope without star player Lauren James.
England faces a tactical challenge against Italy in the Euro 2025 semi-final. While reaching a sixth consecutive major tournament semi-final is impressive, Sarina Wiegman needs to shake up the formation. A defensive tweak is crucial to shore up vulnerabilities, and a strategic rest for key player Lauren James could be vital. To successfully defend their European Championship crown, England must adapt and overcome a resilient Italian side - a change in shape could be the key to victory
Sunday's battering of Wales allowed the likes of Lauren James, Alessia Russo and Ella Toone to get some rest - they'll all be ready to go again
The reigning European champions were perfect in their thrashing of the Netherlands and the same XI can book a quarter-final ticket
