Overview
- Spain pursue their inaugural European Championship and a rare World Cup–Euro double as reigning world champions.
- England seek their fifth straight major tournament final victory under Sarina Wiegman, who has led teams to every final from Euro 2017 through Euro 2025.
- Spain reached the final by defeating Germany with an extra-time goal from Aitana Bonmatí and two late saves by goalkeeper Cata Coll.
- Facing Sweden and Italy, England rallied from deficits in the quarter and semi-finals thanks to substitutes Chloe Kelly and Michelle Agyemang.
- Captain Irene Paredes highlighted the squad’s off-field resilience since 2023 and growing fan support that has prompted Spanish cities to install giant screens for matches.