Reaction as England successfully defend their European title with a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Spain in Switzerland.

England beat Spain in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw to win a thrilling Women’s European Championship final on Sunday.

England are champions of Europe once again. The Lionesses won back-to-back Euro titles on Sunday, claiming Euro 2025 in a dramatic penalty kick shootout over reigning World Cup champions Spain. The match ended 1-1 in regulation,

Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofia traveled to Basel to cheer on Spain in the Women’s Euro 2025 final, joining Prince William and Princess Charlotte in the VIP section as Spain fell to England in a penalty shootout.

For years, Spain's players were hampered by a lack of off-field support. But Euro 2025 showed their fight for elite conditions has paid off

Spain made a series of firsts at Euro 2025, yet didn't quite have enough to claim their first title. It will hurt, but they have hope.

Torrejón retired from international soccer after the 2019 World Cup as Spain’s then most-capped player with 90 appearances. The 35-year-old has since helped Barcelona win three Champions League titles and a slew of other trophies. She also played a part in one of the revolts Spain’s women have staged to demand more from the men who run the game.

The USWNT legend expressed skepticism about the national team's standing, suggesting European nations have surpassed them