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Spain’s Extra-Time Winner Ends Germany’s Euro 2025 Campaign

DFB officials say unity forged during the tournament will be vital as they dissect technical shortcomings in possession

Overview

  • Aitana Bonmatí struck in the 113th minute at Zurich’s Letzigrund Stadium to secure Spain’s 1–0 victory and a place in the final against England in Basel.
  • Goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger apologized for misjudging the short corner that Bonmatí exploited, saying she “should have known better.”
  • Head coach Christian Wück called for improvements in ball possession and technical play after Germany showed defensive resilience but struggled to create clear chances.
  • DFB President Bernd Neuendorf hailed the squad’s cohesion as “something wonderful” that will underpin preparations for the 2027 World Cup.
  • The semifinal attracted 22,432 spectators in the stadium and averaged 14.26 million TV viewers in Germany, reflecting the women’s game’s rising profile.