Overview

• Aitana Bonmatí scored in the 113th minute at Letzigrund Stadium, exploiting a brief defensive lapse to end Germany’s title bid.
• Spain’s coaching staff studied goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger’s tendency to leave the short post exposed and instructed Bonmatí on where to shoot.
• Spain will face defending champion England in the Euro 2025 final on Sunday at Basel’s St. Jakob-Park.
• Germany coach Christian Wück and Berger both assumed responsibility for the defeat and outlined plans to focus on technical improvements and youth development.
• The sold-out semi-final drew 22,432 spectators and record TV audiences, reflecting the growing prominence of women’s football in Europe.