It’s happening again—England and Spain are going head-to-head in another high-stakes final.
Just a year after clashing in the Women’s World Cup final, the two powerhouses are about to meet once more, this time in the European Championship finale in Basel on Sunday.
England secured their place earlier this week, and now Spain have followed suit after a tense semi-final against Germany.
Spain Grind Out Extra-Time Win Over Germany
Tuesday’s semi-final was tight from start to finish.
Spain and Germany couldn’t break the deadlock during regular time, and it was starting to feel like penalties might be needed to separate them.
But just when fans were settling in for a shootout, Aitana Bonmati stepped up with the moment of magic Spain were waiting for.
Bonmati Strikes Late to Seal Spain’s Place
Aitana Bonmati—yes, the same Ballon d’Or winner who bounced back from a case of viral meningitis just before the tournament—proved to be the difference.
She fired a low shot from a sharp angle that snuck past German goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger at her near post.
That goal was enough to seal the 1-0 win and send Spain through to the final, where they’ll now be eyeing a historic treble.
Spain on the Brink of History
If Spain manage to beat England, they’ll hold all three major women’s international titles at once: the World Cup, the Nations League, and now possibly the European Championship.
It would be a huge achievement for the reigning world champions, who have looked sharp throughout the tournament despite a few injury scares and illnesses early on.
England Hoping to Defend Their European Crown
England, the current European title holders, won’t go down without a fight.
Sarina Wiegman’s side will be looking to make it back-to-back Euros wins—and they’ve already shown they can beat Spain, having done so at Wembley back in February.
Still, their most recent clash didn’t go their way.
Spain claimed a 2-1 victory in the Nations League semi-final just last month.
All Eyes on Basel for Sunday’s Final
This much-anticipated rematch is set for Sunday in Basel, with kick-off scheduled for 5pm.
Fans are expecting another tight affair between two of the strongest women’s teams on the planet.
Will England get their revenge for last year’s heartbreak? Or will Spain complete their clean sweep of international silverware? One thing’s for sure—it’s going to be unmissable.