How the Lionesses and the nation celebrated Euros glory
They sealed back-to-back Euros triumphs with a penalty shoot-out win – Chloe Kelly, of course, slotting the decisive spot kick – and in doing so became the first England team to lift a major trophy on foreign soil.
The celebrations began as soon as Kelly's shot found the net at St Jakob-Park – in the stadium and beyond.
The players
Kelly was mobbed by her team-mates as soon as she had secured the trophy – three years after she had scored the winning goal at Wembley against Germany.
CHLOE KELLY, SHOUT IT LOUD!!!
England are EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS! 🏆 #BBCFootball #WEURO2025 pic.twitter.com/ihEPV8njwY
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) July 27, 2025
Replacement goalkeeper Khiara Keating actually skipped the team huddle to hail the fans.
Nailed it, Khiara! 😆🙌 pic.twitter.com/VNmPTxNdaZ
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 27, 2025
Sarina Wiegman ran straight into the arms of goalkeeper Hannah Hampton, who had saved two penalties in the shoot-out, once Kelly had sealed the win.
Sarina Wiegman jumping into Hannah Hampton's arms pic.twitter.com/go76YiU4LT
— Kathryn Batte (@KathrynBatte) July 27, 2025
Asked how she would celebrate, the England manager said: 'Maybe with some more dancing. I might have a drink but I will not be drinking as much as the players…'
The immediate celebrations were followed by a period of relative calm leading up to the official trophy presentation – then the scenes of jubilation erupted again.
This moment. Champions. AGAIN!!! 🎉🎊 pic.twitter.com/SU5ud9NXdY
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 27, 2025
The squad made sure to run over to the travelling England fans in the stadium to pay tribute to them after receiving their medals.
Keira Walsh, Leah Williamson and Georgia Stanway led players into a dive onto the ticker tape.
Oh what a night! 🤩 pic.twitter.com/eQkttCu8pI
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 27, 2025
Lucy Bronze, who revealed afterwards that she had played the entire tournament with a fractured tibia, captured a team selfie.
WINNERS 🏅 pic.twitter.com/LV3vTyZ3N2
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 27, 2025
Ella Toone and Keira Walsh shared a moment with former Lioness Jill Scott.
Pitchside celebrations with familiar faces and loved ones! #BBCFootball #WEuro2025 pic.twitter.com/TzXTIyx9kc
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) July 27, 2025
The team then headed down the tunnel to continue their celebrations in the changing rooms, singing Robyn's Dancing on my Own as they walked.
🎶 I KEEP DANCING ON MY OWN! 🎶
ICONIC. pic.twitter.com/YgHBjI8aCV
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 27, 2025
Captain Williamson was certainly keen to enjoy the party, saying: 'Don't worry about if I'm having a good time. Let's put it that way. I'm going to leave the ice and the recovery for tomorrow and then take it back to England.'
The Prince
Prince William attended the match with his daughter Princess Charlotte and was part of the trophy presentation party.
The pair were seen celebrating the shoot-out win in the stands.
Then they made their way onto the pitch for the formalities, where he shared a hug with Williamson on stage.
He was keen to talk to Michelle Agyemang but it is unlikely she shared details of the post-match party. 'I can't say too much about that,' she said about the celebrations afterwards. 'We're going to have a good time.'
The nation
The celebrations in Switzerland were mirrored across England. There was jubilation at various drinking establishments across the country.
Sky Sport's cameras perfectly captured the different reactions at Spain and England fan parks during the game.
Have a look at some of the scenes from the respective fan zones during the Euro 2025 final 😆🏆 pic.twitter.com/VHZWWMIPza
— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) July 27, 2025
Tower Bridge was lit up in red and white to mark England's achievement.
Blackpool Tower's illuminations were red and white to mark the Lionesses' win.
Back-to-back European champions 👏
Huge congratulations to the @Lionesses on an incredible win in the UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Final against Spain!
Tonight, the Blackpool Tower will shine red and white in celebration. You've made England proud 🏴
📷 Sky Shots Karl Houghton… pic.twitter.com/n05Kp2bPLr
— VisitBlackpool (@visitBlackpool) July 27, 2025
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