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Arsenal Women make first signing of January transfer window

Arsenal have completed their first signing of the January transfer window as Renee Slegers' side bid to get back on track in the Women's Super League. The Gunners are eight points behind Manchester City ahead of the league's resumption this weekend and have added depth in defence as they aim to close that gap, signing a highly-rated Sweden international who suffered heartbreak at the hands of England's Lionesses at the 2025 European Championship.

Alessia Russo Ella Toone England Women Euro 2025 trophy

Euro 2029 host nation revealed as Lionesses aim for three in a row

England's Lionesses have learned the location of their next European Championship title defence after UEFA announced the hosts of Euro 2029 on Wednesday. Poland, Germany and a joint-effort from Denmark and Sweden were the three official bids submitted for the next edition of the tournament, which will see Sarina Wiegman's side go for a third successive continental crown after triumphs in England in 2022 and in Switzerland in 2025.

Hermoso & Leon return to Spain squad following exiles

Jenni Hermoso has been recalled to the Spain squad by new head coach Sonia Bermudez. The legendary forward, who is her country's all-time leading goalscorer, was caught up in the Luis Rubiales scandal which accompanied La Roja's World Cup triumph in 2023. She is now stepping back into the fold alongside former Barcelona team-mate Mapi Leon, who sees a three-year exile from the international arena brought to a close.

Biggest winners & losers from Euro 2025

Sarina Wiegman's side successfully defender their crown after a drama-filled month of action in Switzerland

How to watch Women’s Euro 2025 final from anywhere in the world

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Euro 2025 top scorers: Golden Boot race at the Women's European Championship

GOAL brings you a list of the leading goal-scorers in the 2025 Women's European Championship.

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.

'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.

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.

England Euro 2025 penalty shootout Sweden

'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".

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.

All the Women's Euro 2025 kits released so far

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

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.

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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.

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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

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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