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England Face Lauren James Fitness Test Ahead of Euro 2025 Final With Spain

The Lionesses aim to become the first team to retain a major title, with manager Sarina Wiegman awaiting a final ankle assessment for Lauren James ahead of Sunday’s kick-off in Basel.

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Overview

  • England and Spain meet in the Euro 2025 final at Basel’s St. Jakob-Park on July 27 at 5 pm BST, with live coverage on BBC One, ITV1, BBC iPlayer and ITVX.
  • England seek back-to-back European crowns to become the first side in their history to defend a major international title after winning Euro 2022.
  • World champions Spain bring a midfield anchored by Ballon d’Or winners Aitana Bonmati and Alexia Putellas in a rematch of their 2023 World Cup final victory over England.
  • Sarina Wiegman will make a late call on Lauren James after the forward trained on the eve of the final while recovering from an ankle injury sustained in the semi-final.
  • UEFA’s record €41 million prize fund, including a €5.1 million payout for the champions, highlights the growing financial stakes in women’s football.