Summary

  • The Lionesses have arrived at Downing Street for a special reception following their historic Euro 2025 win

  • They are being hosted by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner as Keir Starmer has been in Scotland for talks with US President Donald Trump

  • Sarina Wiegman's triumphant team defended their European title last night, becoming the first English team to win a major tournament on foreign soil

  • The match went to penalties, with England winning the shootout against Spain 3-1 - relive the moment England won

  • An open-top bus tour is to be held in central London on Tuesday, with a celebration held outside Buckingham Palace

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England beat Spain on penalties to win Euro 2025

  1. 'Home World Cup a great opportunity for every young girl'published at 10:56 British Summer Time 28 July

    The 2035 Women's World Cup is expected to be held across the four nations of the United Kingdom, which is the sole bidder.

    "I think this tournament will give us a chance to build an even stronger legacy as we build towards 2035," says FA chief Mark Bullingham.

    "We have until the end of November to deliver a brilliant bid for Fifa so we're working very hard on that.

    "There are some of these players who will still be able to play in 2035, so it is a great opportunity for them and every young girl around the country who has aspirations to play at a home tournament in 2035."

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    Get Involved - 'This team have inspired the nation'published at 10:51 British Summer Time 28 July

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    This team have inspired the nation. Will always be proud of our Lionesses. Get Sarina’s statue built!

    Adam, Guildford

  3. 'Contract discussions with Wiegman will happen at appropriate time'published at 10:48 British Summer Time 28 July

    Here's more from FA chief Mark Bullingham, on the future of manager Sarina Wiegman.

    Last year, Wiegman signed a contract extension to continue as head coach through until the end of the 2027 Women's World Cup.

    "She's an incredible, person, incredible coach and incredible leader," Bullingham says.

    "We're very lucky to have her, proud to have her as part of the team and obviously she will be working with us for the World Cup."

    On talks about extending Wiegman's contract further, he says: "It's a little bit early for that. We are delighted she is with us for the world cup and we will have that conversation at an appropriate time.

    "She is an incredible manager and we're delighted to be working with her, so that has to be up to her. We will have those conversations when they're ready to go."

    Sarina Wiegman celebrates with her playersImage source, Getty Images
  4. 'FA ready to turbo charge plan to grow women's game'published at 10:42 British Summer Time 28 July

    FA chief Mark Bullingham has just spoken to BBC Sport in Basel. Here's what he's had to say on capitalising on last night's triumph to grow women's football even further.

    "We're ready, we already have a great plan in place and now we can turbo charge that. We want to give every young girl the chance to play at their local club and at their school," Bullingham says.

    "It's making sure every club has the opportunity to welcome girls and make sure they have a pathway to play. Also also in schools making sure girls have equal access, which we have worked closely with the government on.

    "We want to get to the point where we should have the same number of women and men playing the game. This will be a big step forward to that."

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    Get Involved - 'Winning again is no accident'published at 10:36 British Summer Time 28 July

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    The group has something magical, winning again is no accident! Let’s celebrate their success and learn from their resilience! Thank you to ALL the team for a fun few weeks.

    Raven, France

  6. Agyemang named young player of tournamentpublished at 10:31 British Summer Time 28 July

    England striker Michelle Agyemang was also awarded Euro 2025's young player of the tournament shortly before England went up to lift the trophy.

    The 19-year-old Arsenal forward played only 138 minutes of the competition in Switzerland, and did not start a single match.

    However, she was crucial to the Lionesses' run to retaining their European title, scoring late equalisers against Sweden in the quarter-final and Italy in the semis to keep Sarina Wiegman's side in contention.

    Michelle AgyemangImage source, Getty Images
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    Get Involved - 'a pride of lioness cubs has been inspired'published at 10:26 British Summer Time 28 July

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    Proud just isn’t an adequate word for how I feel about these women. My 9-year-old daughter’s smiling face this morning (still with the remnants of her St George’s Cross) is my reward. Thank you Lionesses, for the pride of lioness cubs you have inspired!

    Julian, North Yorkshire

  8. 'Hampton backed herself 100%'published at 10:22 British Summer Time 28 July

    Nedum Onuoha
    Former Manchester City defender on BBC One

    At the start of the tournament did you think Hannah Hampton would be the star? Perhaps not.

    You wondered how she was going to do. Look how well she has done on the biggest stage.

    She backed herself 100%.

  9. 'Hampton stepped up'published at 10:17 British Summer Time 28 July

    Siobhan Chamberlain
    Former England goalkeeper on 5 Live Breakfast

    Hannah Hampton has had a phenomenal tournament. She stepped up in a big way and she’s been fantastic.

    She stepped up when her country needed her. She’s number one because she earned the right to be number one.

    She’s managed to remove any negative thoughts she had and focus fully on knowing her own ability, and knowing the fact that she’s done all the work and earned the right to be there, and perform at the top level which she’s done time and time again in this tournament.

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    Get Involved - 'Hampton England's best player throughout'published at 10:13 British Summer Time 28 July

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    Never mind England's goal scorers, their best player throughout the whole competition was the goal keeper, she was magnificent, they'd have been on the plane and home if not for her, it's her cup!

    Dave, Birmingham

  11. 'We never say die'published at 10:09 British Summer Time 28 July

    Here's what England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton had to say after her two penalty shootout saves helped England to European glory.

    "This team is unbelievable and incredible. We have shown throughout this tournament we can comeback," she told the BBC.

    "We have that grit, we have English blood in us! We never say die and we kept going. We did that today.

    "When Chloe stepped up, I turned around to the fans and was miming saying, 'If she scores do we win?' and they kept cheering to me.

    "I can't believe it. I don't think it is going to sink in for a while."

    Hannah HamptonImage source, Getty Images
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    Get Involved - 'still not over Hampton taping notes to her arm'published at 10:01 British Summer Time 28 July

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    An incredible effort by the Lionesses as a whole, but I still can't get over Hannah Hampton with her notes taped to her arm - that's GCSE exam levels of last minute cramming! Incredible prep, and beautifully worked!

    Ollie, Chippenham

  13. 'Roar of victory'published at 09:54 British Summer Time 28 July

    Here's how the back pages look on some of the national papers today.

    Telegraph back page: England's roar of victoryImage source, Telegraph
    Guardian back page: Queen's of EuropeImage source, Guardian
    i Paper back page: Queens of EuropeImage source, iSport
  14. Lionesses parade on Tuesdaypublished at 09:47 British Summer Time 28 July

    England

    More details about England's trophy parade in London on Tuesday have been confirmed.

    It will last just under one hour and for those unable to make it, we shall be broadcasting it live for you to watch from the comfort of your own home. Or work desk.

    • 12:10: Homecoming celebration starts with an open-top bus procession along The Mall
    • 12:30: Start of the live Homecoming celebration staged event at the Queen Victoria Memorial in front of Buckingham Palace
    • 13:00: The Homecoming celebration is due to finish
  15. Recap: England's movements on Mondaypublished at 09:41 British Summer Time 28 July

    A reminder that the Lionesses don't have much time for a lie in as they have a busy Monday ahead of them.

    Their plan of action for today:

    • Team set to leave their hotel in Switzerland later this morning.
    • They will fly back to the UK at lunchtime and are due to land on home soil early afternoon.
    • It's no rest for the champions as they are straight on to number 10 for a special reception.
    • The event at Downing Street will hosted by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and sports minister Stephanie Peacock.
    Chloe Kelly with Euro 2025 trophyImage source, Getty Images
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    Get Involved - 'My 5 year old daughter wants to play football'published at 09:38 British Summer Time 28 July

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    What an amazing result for the Lionesses. My 5 year old daughter wants to play football but teams are still mixed at her age and are predominantly boys. Let's make sure girls only sessions are available for the youngest too.

    Jess, Cheshire

  17. 'Taking a penalty normally would probably be a bit weird'published at 09:31 British Summer Time 28 July

    Chloe Kelly delivers match-winning moments.

    And how about that penalty routine?!

    Discussing that, Kelly said: "To be honest, it started when I was at Everton quite a few years ago now. It is something that works for me, I can't explain it too much. My routine that works for me and I take my time and I take my breath.

    "Taking a penalty normally would probably be a bit weird to me."

    Chloe Kelly takes her penalty in the finalImage source, Getty Images
  18. Postpublished at 09:23 British Summer Time 28 July

    I know you want to watch it again.

    Here you go.

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    Kelly scores from the spot to win Euro 2025 for England

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    Get Involved - 'They have lifted the hearts of millions'published at 09:18 British Summer Time 28 July

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    A tremendous win for our Lionesses, the team were tenacious in defence and fought until the very last ball. They have lifted the hearts of millions. Well done ladies, a special thank you to Sarina Wiegman for her expert coaching skills. You make me proud to be British.

    Una, Clayton

  20. How Kelly changed final for Englandpublished at 09:12 British Summer Time 28 July

    Chloe Kelly's influence after coming on to replace the injured Lauren James late in the first half was analysed by BBC Sport's pundits.

    Here's how she changed the final for England.

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    How Chloe Kelly changed the Euro 2025 final for England