England triumphs with a comeback – Chloe Kelly leads into the European Championship final!

England triumphs with a comeback – Chloe Kelly leads into the European Championship final!

An exciting football game caused excitement on July 24, 2025. England beat Italy 2-1 in the semi-finals of the UEFA European Women's Football Championship. Coach Sarina Wiegman's team once again showed its comeback qualities. Italy initially took the lead with a goal from Barbara Bonansea in the 33rd minute, but England were unfazed and fought until the end.

The game developed into a real drama. Italy started strongly but could not prevent the English from taking control. In stoppage time, it was substitute Michelle Agyemang who equalized after a mistake by Italian goalkeeper Laura Giuliani. This gave the game an exciting turn and the English women went into extra time with renewed vigor.

The decisive goal

In the 119th minute, England were awarded a penalty after Beth Mead was fouled by Emma Severini. Chloe Kelly, known for her strong nerves, took on the responsibility. Her first attempt was parried by Giuliani, but Kelly reacted quickly and scored the decisive 2-1 for England in the follow-up. “She is a player who thrives in pressure situations,” said Wiegman of Kelly, who already excelled at Euro 2022 when she fired England to the title.

• England hat mit diesem Sieg zunächst den Einzug ins Finale der Europäischen Meisterschaft gesichert.
• Die nächste große Herausforderung wartet nun im Endspiel, wo sie entweder auf Spanien oder Deutschland treffen werden.
• Sarina Wiegman kann auf eine beeindruckende Bilanz zurückblicken: In allen fünf großen Turnieren, die sie geleitet hat, erreichte ihr Team das Finale.

Society and sporting challenges

During the game, Jess Carter was not in action, which was due to her previous appearance and the difficulties associated with it. She has recently been the target of racist insults on social media. It is remarkable how the team sticks together despite such challenges and performs on the pitch.

The UEFA European Women's Football Championship, which was launched in 1984, has evolved significantly over the years. This year the tournament is taking place in Switzerland for the first time and now has a permanent place in the sporting calendar of the UEFA member states. England are the reigning European champions and have great ambition to defend this title.

The footballers not only show their skills, but also their fighting spirit. Kelly, the youngest of seven siblings, has learned to develop resilience. Her character is reflected on the pitch: she brings a mixture of attitude, poise and self-confidence - qualities that have brought her to the top of the European women's team.

All football fans can only hope that England can seamlessly build on this strong performance in the final. The next big duel is coming soon and the anticipation is already palpable.

Further information and background information about the games can be found on the website Qatar Tribune, The New York Times and Wikipedia.