Overview

• England overturned a 1–0 first-half deficit when Michelle Agyemang struck in the sixth minute of stoppage time and Chloe Kelly converted a 119th-minute penalty to win 2–1 after extra time.
• The winning penalty was awarded after Italy’s Emma Severini held Beth Mead, a call made without VAR review that has drawn criticism from Italy’s coach and players.
• Coach Andrea Soncin labelled the penalty decision “doubtful,” a sentiment shared by Italy’s Sofia Cantore and Cristiana Girelli following their team’s exit.
• Referee Ivana Martincic’s choice to award the spot kick without video assistance has intensified scrutiny of UEFA’s handling of violent conduct during the tournament.
• Germany, having progressed to the other semi-final on penalties despite playing with ten women, will face Spain on Wednesday while managing suspensions and injuries.