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Mead explains how Lionesses forged ‘proper England attitude’

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.

Ibrahimovic sends message to Holmberg after penalty miss

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

Kelly causes chaos! It's time Lionesses' super-sub got a start

The Arsenal winger changed the game against Sweden, with her remarkable crosses creating both goals in an incredibly dramatic comeback

'F*cking crap!' - Sweden keeper on costly missed penalty

Sweden goalkeeper Jennifer Falk delivered a brutal "f*cking crap" assessment of her penalty that could have put England out of Euro 2025.

'Bursting for a wee!' - How Kelly dealt with penalty nerves

Chloe Kelly has revealed that the distraction of being "bursting for a wee" helped her to deal with the nerves of another England penalty shootout.

Lionesses' great escape must be a serious lesson for Wiegman

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

Sweden v England - UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Quarter-Final

'Better with one nostril!' - Bloodied Hampton revels after heroics

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.

Wiegman sings praises of Bronze & Hampton after penalty heroics

Sarina Wiegman hailed Lucy Bronze and Hannah Hampton after England survived a thrilling Euro 2025 quarter-final against Sweden, winning on penalties following a dramatic comeback. The Lionesses came from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 before edging a chaotic shootout 3-2. Wiegman admitted she thought England were out "three times" during the rollercoaster clash.

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'AWFUL to watch!' - Williamson says Lionesses practiced penalties

Leah Williamson insists that England did practice penalties before facing Sweden, but admits their shootout was "awful to watch".

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Hampton & Bronze perform heroics to save England's skin

Sarina Wiegman's side looked destined for a quarter-final exit until an incredible finale secured a place in next week's semi-final against Italy.

England fans panic after Lionesses go 2-0 down vs Sweden

England's hopes of progressing to the semi-finals of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 took a major hit after a nightmare first half saw them go two goals down to a sharp and clinical Sweden side. Supporters were left stunned as the reigning champions struggled to deal with the early intensity from the Scandinavians, who capitalised on two defensive errors from Jess Carter to establish control.

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Mead reveals England's defeat to France was ideal wake-up call

Beth Mead believes that England’s Euro 2025 opener defeat to France was 'the best thing that could have happened' to the Lionesses, as they prepare for a high-stakes quarter-final clash against Sweden. With momentum now on their side after back-to-back big wins, Sarina Wiegman’s team are looking to peak at just the right time as they look to defend their 2021 title.

Mead vital to Lionesses' Euros bid again - but as a super sub

After stealing the show during England's Euros win three years ago, the Lionesses winger is important in a different way in Switzerland

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Wiegman insists England 'in a good place' before Sweden clash

After enduring a difficult start to their Euro 2025 campaign, Sarina Wiegman's England bounced back strongly and are now preparing for a blockbuster quarter-final clash against Sweden. The Lionesses boss remains confident in her squad’s trajectory and believes the team is ready to take on the Group C winners.

Williamson is right - Sweden clash represents danger

The Arsenal star believes Thursday's opposition should be talked about more - and they certainly will be if they beat the holders to reach the semis

Euros Power Rankings: Sweden slight favourites for England clash

Sarina Wiegman's side may have beaten Germany in the final three years ago but they are not the front-runners in 2025

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Stick or twist? How Lionesses should line up for huge Sweden clash

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

France v England: UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Group D

Williamson sounds warning to Lionesses over 'relentless' Sweden

The UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 quarter-finals have set the stage for a thrilling encounter as England are set to lock horns with a formidable Sweden side on Thursday evening in Zurich. And the Lionesses, captained by Leah Williamson, know they will be facing one of the most consistent and dangerous teams in football.

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Newcastle strengthen WSL promotion bid with Nobbs signing

Newcastle have signed Women's Super League stalwart and 71-time England international Jordan Nobbs as they continue their bid to reach the top flight.

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Greenwood, Caldentey and GOAL's Euro 2025 Team of the Group Stage

After emphasising their status as favourites for the title with a superb start to the tournament, Spain are the best-represented nation in GOAL's XI

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Biggest winners and losers of thrilling Euro 2025 group stage

England's Lionesses and world champions Spain remain in the mix for the title but the Netherlands have already gone home after a disastrous tournament

Another backheel from Russo? Lionesses star ready for repeat

England star Alessia Russo has fond memories of facing Sweden in Euros action, with her last outing delivering a stunning backheel goal.

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Has the Euro 2025 draw just opened up for the Lionesses?!

Sarina Wiegman's side didn't top Group D but that may well end up being a good thing, with France instead potentially meeting Spain in the semis

Electric Toone leads Lionesses in tearing Wales apart

Victory never looked in doubt for Sarina Wiegman's side once Georgia Stanway had broken the deadlock, with their European title defence still intact

France v Wales - UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Group D

James issues rallying cry as Wales aim to knock England out

Former Arsenal and Everton midfielder Angharad James is determined to beat England and knock the reigning champions out of the Women's Euro 2025. James, who is leading Wales in their first major women's tournament in Switzerland, spoke about the rivalry that the two countries share, while claiming that is in their 'blood and DNA' to knock the Lionesses out of the competition.

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