Women's football

Hannah Hampton stepped into the spotlight with a heroic performance for England in their Euro 2025 quarter-final win over Sweden, saving two penalties while battling a bloody nose. The 24-year-old, who replaced Mary Earps as England's No.1, joked she's "better with one nostril" as the Lionesses edged a chaotic shootout to book a spot in the semi-finals.

The reigning European champions were so close to a quarter-final exit on Thursday, until penalty shootout heroics from Hannah Hampton and Lucy Bronze

Alisha Lehmann thanked her home nation after Euro 2025 hosts Switzerland were knocked out of the tournament by Spain in the quarter-finals.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic sent a message of support to young Sweden defender Smilla Holmberg after the 18-year-old's penalty miss handed England victory.

England forward Beth Mead has spoken about the secret to the squad's attitude, which is helping the Lionesses as they aim to defend their Euros title.

Lionesses skipper Leah Williamson was forced off with an ankle injury against Sweden but was back in training ahead of Tuesday's crunch match.

Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman says Jess Carter is ready to play against Italy in the Euro 2025 semi-finals despite being racially abused online.

Spain left-back Olga Carmona is confident in her team's chances of overcoming the German challenge in the Euro 2025 semi-final.

Ian Wright has weighed in on the Lionesses' decision to no longer take the knee before matches, expressing that, had he still been an active player, he would consider continuing the act as a personal symbol of standing against racism. The former England and Arsenal striker emphasised that taking the knee should always have been an individual choice rather than a mandated team action.

Lucy Bronze insists the Lionesses have no need to prove themselves despite scraping into the Euro 2025 semi-finals and final. On Monday, they overturned a 1–0 deficit to beat Italy 2–1 in extra time thanks to a stoppage-time equaliser from 19‑year‑old Michelle Agyemang and a dramatic penalty rebound goal by Chloe Kelly.

Aitana Bonmati has revealed that her stunning extra-time winner against Germany in the Euro 2025 semi-final was no fluke, crediting Spain's preparation and goalkeeping coach for spotting a weakness in German goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger's game. Her strike sent La Roja into their first-ever European Championship final, where they’ll face England in a World Cup final rematch.

Germany goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger issued a heartfelt apology following her nation's agonising semi-final defeat to Spain at Euro 2025.

Football Association CEO Mark Bullingham says Sarina Wiegman is "not for sale at any price" amid another Lionesses run to a major tournament final.

UEFA have confirmed France’s Stephanie Frappart as the referee for the highly anticipated UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final. At 41, she brings over a decade of international experience to the game, having been listed as a FIFA official since 2011. The French referee has now overseen 111 UEFA fixtures, a remarkable figure that underlines her reputation.

Chelsea will begin their Women's Super League title defence at home to Manchester City in a blockbuster start to the 2025-26 season.

Keira Walsh has offered insight into how England can overcome Spain in Sunday’s Euro 2025 final. The Chelsea midfielder spent over two years at Barcelona and is familiar with many of Spain’s stars, including Aitana Bonmati, Alexia Putellas and Patri Guijarro. Her inside knowledge could be key to the Lionesses’ hopes of retaining their European title.

England's Lionesses are preparing for a Euro 2025 final with Spain but may have to cope without star player Lauren James.

Ella Toone has voiced her support for the idea of an extra day off for England supporters, should the Lionesses triumph in the Euro 2025 final. As England prepare to face Spain in Basel on Sunday in what promises to be an electric clash, the midfielder believes that a national celebration would be a worthy tribute to the team’s efforts and to the fans who’ve rallied behind them throughout the tournament.

England and Manchester United star Ella Toone jokingly claimed that the Lionesses have "nearly killed" manager Sarina Wieman after making a habit of staging late comebacks at the ongoing Women's Euro 2025. England won both their knockout games with last-gasp goals against Sweden and Italy and that has had mentally impacted head coach Wiegman.

Alisha Lehmann seems to be making the most of her holidays in Ibiza, sending a message to her haters after taking to social media on Saturday.

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.

Leah Williamson has urged the Lionesses to give their all ahead of a date with destiny in the Euro 2025 final against Spain. Sarina Wiegman's troops are gearing up for another monumental clash and they will hope to retain their European crown won at Wembley in 2022. However, Williamson is well aware that taking on the reigning world champions will be a massive challenge.

Erik ten Hag shared important advice for Sarina Wiegman and her Dutch coaching staff ahead of England's all-important Women's Euro 2025 final against world champions Spain. England, who qualified for the final after two nail-biting clashes in the knockout stage, will aim to defend their trophy and also avenge their World Cup final loss from two years ago.

Chloe Kelly has tried to explain her iconic penalty technique, with the Lionesses hero looking to land back-to-back European Championship titles.

Lucy Bronze revealed she has played all of Euro 2025 with a fractured tibia after the Lionesses beat Spain on penalties in a gripping final.

Sarina Wiegman says the Lionesses thrive on "chaos" after defending their Euros title with an "incredible" win over World Cup holders Spain.

The Lionesses retained their European Championship crown in thrilling fashion, defeating Spain 3-1 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in the Euro 2025 final. Chloe Kelly scored the decisive spot-kick, with goalkeeper Hannah Hampton producing heroics. Harry Kane led the tributes with a heartfelt message praising the team's incredible achievement in Switzerland.

Lionesses legend Mary Earps hailed England's "incredible" Euro 2025 final win over Spain as goalkeeper Hannah Hampton starred in the shootout.

The penalty-saving secrets of Lionesses hero Hannah Hampton were revealed after England's dramatic Euro 2025 final victory over Spain.