By Sachin Shankar Yadav 
In a fierce rematch that was reminiscent of their highly publicized 2023 World Cup final encounter, England and Spain faced off in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Final at St. Jakob-Park in Basel, Switzerland. With England as the defending European champions and Spain as the current world champions, both teams had a lot riding on them going into the game.
First Half: Following patient Spanish buildup play, Mariona Caldentey gave Spain the lead in the 25th minute with a strong header back across the goal.
England’s Reaction: England intensified their offensive strategy. England’s hopes were maintained when Alessia Russo equalized the score, likewise with a header, under extreme pressure.
Game Dynamics: The game was characterized by tactical discipline, strong defense, and individual brilliant moments, particularly from the two goal scorers. The difficulty of their route to the final was highlighted by the fact that both teams had to endure extra time in their semifinals.
Regulation Time: Neither team was able to break the tie in regulation, and the final went into extra time with a score of 1-1 at the end of 90 minutes.
Legacy & Context: Spain sought to add a Euro crown to their recent World Cup victory, while England sought to retain their title. At the height of their respective women’s football eras, the match was regarded as a turning point in both countries’ histories.
According to the most recent reports on July 27, 2025, Alessia Russo’s thrilling equalizer had left the score at 1-1 and the final was still in extra time. This game was a showcase of high-stakes football, tenacity, and memorable moments—most notably, Russo’s pivotal header for England.