Chloe Kelly Leads England to Euro 2025 Victory in Dramatic Penalty Shootout

In a gripping Euro 2025 final, Chloe Kelly led England to victory over Spain in a tense penalty shootout. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Kelly scoring the decisive penalty. England's journey to the title was marked by resilience, facing extra time in all knockout matches. Discover how the Lionesses triumphed and the key moments that defined this thrilling encounter.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 28, 2025, 03:33 IST

England Triumphs in Euro 2025 Final

In a thrilling finale held in Basel, Switzerland, on July 28, Chloe Kelly emerged as the hero once again, propelling England's Lionesses to victory in Euro 2025. The match concluded with a 1-1 draw after extra time, leading to a nail-biting penalty shootout where England triumphed 3-1 over Spain, successfully defending their title.

The journey to the trophy was anything but straightforward for the Lionesses. They faced tough challenges, having to endure extra time in all three knockout matches and going to penalties for the second time in the tournament, showcasing their resilience and determination.

Chloe Kelly, who had previously shone at Wembley in 2022, once again proved her mettle by scoring the decisive penalty with her signature run-up, marking a memorable evening for England.

Kelly entered the match in the 40th minute, taking the place of Lauren James, who had sustained an injury during the semi-final against Italy.

Spain took an early lead in the 25th minute with a header from Mariona Caldentey, who connected with Ona Batlle's precise cross.

However, Kelly made her mark just before the hour mark, assisting Alessia Russo with a perfectly placed cross that led to the equalizer, bringing England back into contention.

During extra time, Spain intensified their efforts, with Salma Paralluelo coming close to scoring the winning goal.

England's goalkeeper, Hannah Hampton, was instrumental throughout the tournament, delivering another stellar performance. Her crucial save against Claudia Pina in the second half kept the score level and set the stage for the shootout.

The penalty shootout was filled with drama from the outset. Beth Mead initially scored but had to retake her shot due to a double-touch, resulting in a save. Spain's Patri Guijarro took an early lead, but it was short-lived.

Hampton rose to the occasion again, saving penalties from both Mariona Caldentey and Aitana Bonmati, while Paralluelo missed her attempt. For England, Niamh Charles and Alex Greenwood confidently converted their penalties. Despite a miss from captain Leah Williamson, it all hinged on Chloe Kelly, who delivered under pressure.

With remarkable composure, Kelly scored the winning penalty, igniting celebrations among England fans and securing their second consecutive Euro title.