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The Star
22 minutes ago
- Sport
- The Star
Soccer-Spain set sights on England as they chase elusive European crown
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - UEFA Women's Euro 2025 - Semi Final - Germany v Spain - Stadion Letzigrund, Zurich, Switzerland - July 23, 2025 Spain players pose after the match REUTERS/Matthew Childs/File Photo ZURICH (Reuters) -Spain's remarkable run in international competitions reaches another high on Sunday when they take on England in the final at the Women's Euros in Basel, playing in their first European decider in only their fifth appearance at the tournament. The reigning world and Nations League champions will be looking for a repeat of their defeat of England in the 2023 World Cup final as they seek to add the European crown to their trophy cabinet. "Now we'll start looking at England more closely, although our analysts have already been watching them live and studying their performance in this Euro," Spain coach Montse Torme told reporters after her side's 1-0 semi-final win over Germany on Wednesday. "We're going to dive deeper into their game, and we're going all-in." For all their dominance in recent years, Spain are still relative newcomers at the top table in women's soccer, and their only previous visit to the semi-finals at the Euros was in 1997. They followed that up with quarter-final exits in 2013, 2017 and 2022. By contrast, Germany, whom they had never beaten at a major tournament before Wednesday, won the tournament five times since 1997. "It's an incredible joy to be in the final, to have beaten Germany for the first time — a great team. I think we knew how to compete in this match. I'm very happy for the players, the staff, and everything we are building here in Switzerland," Torme said. For long-serving captain Irene Paredes, success at the Euros is another welcome milestone in her side's progress towards being the kind of dominant team the Germans once were. "It's incredible. We're making history," she told reporters. "This is what we wanted. It's been tough, but we're in the final." (Reporting by Philip O'Connor; Editing by Andrew Cawthorne)
Straits Times
22 minutes ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Spain set sights on England as they chase elusive European crown
ZURICH - Spain's remarkable run in international competitions reaches another high on Sunday when they take on England in the final at the Women's Euros in Basel, playing in their first European decider in only their fifth appearance at the tournament. The reigning world and Nations League champions will be looking for a repeat of their defeat of England in the 2023 World Cup final as they seek to add the European crown to their trophy cabinet. "Now we'll start looking at England more closely, although our analysts have already been watching them live and studying their performance in this Euro," Spain coach Montse Torme told reporters after her side's 1-0 semi-final win over Germany on Wednesday. "We're going to dive deeper into their game, and we're going all-in." For all their dominance in recent years, Spain are still relative newcomers at the top table in women's soccer, and their only previous visit to the semi-finals at the Euros was in 1997. They followed that up with quarter-final exits in 2013, 2017 and 2022. By contrast, Germany, whom they had never beaten at a major tournament before Wednesday, won the tournament five times since 1997. "It's an incredible joy to be in the final, to have beaten Germany for the first time — a great team. I think we knew how to compete in this match. I'm very happy for the players, the staff, and everything we are building here in Switzerland," Torme said. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Asia 11 Thai civilians killed as Thai and Cambodian militaries clash at disputed border: Reports Asia Deadly Thai-Cambodian dispute puts Asean's relevance on the line Asia Live: People evacuated from border regions amid deadly Thailand-Cambodia clash Singapore Technology can help efforts to shift healthcare delivery towards the community: Ong Ye Kung Singapore Mice industry will need more manpower in areas like technology, sustainability: Alvin Tan Singapore Khatib Camp to make way for housing, with its functions moving to Amoy Quee Camp Singapore Mindef to set up new volunteer management unit to grow volunteer pool Singapore Primary 1 registration: 29 schools to conduct ballot in Phase 2B For long-serving captain Irene Paredes, success at the Euros is another welcome milestone in her side's progress towards being the kind of dominant team the Germans once were. "It's incredible. We're making history," she told reporters. "This is what we wanted. It's been tough, but we're in the final." REUTERS
Gulf Today
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Boss Wiegman echoes Southgate as England rally to reach final
An unprecedented third successive major final appearance engineered by a series of extraordinary comebacks and a manager similarly lauded and hammered at the same time - there is a familiar feel about England at the Women's Euros. Tuesday's 2-1 victory over Italy, secured via a last-gasp equaliser in normal time then a winner two minutes from the end of extra time, propelled the defending champions into a final against either Germany, who they beat to lift the title in 2022, or Spain, who they lost to in the World Cup final two years ago. Under the guidance of the extraordinarily successful coach Sarina Wiegman, England have reached an unprecedented level of consistency, yet, far from lauding the Dutchwoman's influence, there is an undercurrent of feeling that they have somehow made it this far this time despite, not because, of her decisions. Wiegman has been steadfast - some say stubborn - in her selection approach during the tournament despite England's starting team often failing to spark. They trailed Sweden 2-0 in the quarter-finals, looking toothless, until finally she turned to the bench and substitute Michelle Agyemang rescued the match, which England eventually won via a crazy 14-shot penalty shootout. After making only one change to the starting lineup - and that perhaps more due to the racist abuse swirling around Jess Carter than her shaky performance - Wiegman watched in her usual motionless style as hot favourites England were outrun and outplayed by Italy for an hour on Tuesday. Eventually she turned to her bench, throwing on strikers Agyemang and Aggie Beever-Jones with five minutes to go, having introduced 2022 hero Chloe Kelly after 77 minutes. Agyemang, 19, was the saviour again as she equalised deep into stoppage time and, with a penalty shootout that England would definitely not have wanted after missing four of their seven attempts in the quarter-final, Kelly then won it with two minutes to spare. Wiegman said her overwhelming emotion was relief and praised the quality and energy of her substitutes - which of course begged the question of why she took so long to bring them on. FAMILIAR FEEL: It all had a very familiar feel after Gareth Southgate was both lauded and vilified during England men's run to the Euro 2024 final having also reached the 2020 final and the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup. Southgate was widely criticised for his failure to react to changes made by Italy and Croatia in those earlier defeats, but, like Wiegman, the louder the outside noise, the more he dug his feet in. He reached a nadir in the Euro 2024 last 16 game against Slovakia, when, trailing 1-0 having barely managed a shot on goal all night, he waited until the fourth minute of stoppage time to introduce striker Ivan Toney, before Jude Bellingham eventually equalised and England won in extra-time. It was a similar story in the semi-finals before England won on penalties and in the final he waited until the 70th minute to bring on Cole Palmer, the team's most dangerous player whenever he got on the pitch, who immediately equalised before England eventually lost 2-1. Southgate had turned a desperately poor England team into a brilliantly consistent one, but rather than celebrate that 'success', there were plenty of critics ready to claim that his cautiousness robbed the country of the chance of glory. Wiegman already has the Euro 2022 trophy in the cabinet - as well as the 2017 title with the Netherlands - and there are of course many other coaches now watching from home who would give their right arm to be in her place heading into the final. Yet, just as with Southgate and even with her vast experience and glittering CV, should England be trailing again on Sunday, she surely needs to find it in herself to loosen the stays and not rely on another last-minute rescue act. ( Reporting by Mitch Phillips) Meanwhile, England's newest hero Agyemang had her teammates singing her praises after her last-gasp equaliser saved the defending champions from certain elimination, saying the sky is the limit for the 19-year-old. 'She's an unbelievable player and she's got the world at her feet, a young player with a bright future and I'm absolutely buzzing for her,' said Chloe Kelly, who smashed home the rebound of her own penalty kick in extra time to secure the victory. Agencies
The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Alisha Lehmann backflips off luxury yacht as ‘world's sexiest footballer' gets over Euro 2025 heartache in Ibiza
ALISHA LEHMANN took social media by storm once more during her holiday in Ibiza. Advertisement 25 Alisha Lehmann is enjoying a holiday in Ibiza 25 Lehmann went for a dip on a luxury yacht 25 Lehmann released a clip showing her doing a backflip 25 Lehmann suffered a heartbreaking elimination from Euro 2025 25 Lehman barely managed 10 minutes with Switzerland in the Women's Euros 25 Lehmann was called up to Switzerland's squad on late notice 25 Lehmann is enjoying some sun in Spain The forward decided to unwind after her Euro 2025 heartbreak by catching up on some sun. The The Swiss athlete, who has been dubbed the "world's sexiest footballer", was seen donning a pink bikini. And Lehmann was seen taking a dive in style as she leaped off the yacht with a backflip. Advertisement Read More on Football The ex- Spain, who eliminated Lehmann's country, Lehmann only managed a mere total of 10 minutes throughout the entire tournament. She issued the following post on social media after her national team was eliminated: "Thank you Switzerland. A memory we will never forget." Advertisement Most read in Football This comes after she was The former West Ham ace has been criticised for "over-the-top" celebrations during Juventus' title-winning jubilation this season - with fans pointing to her limited involvement in the success. Alisha Lehmann shows off her bikini body as she models new swimwear range The ex-Everton ace, who was Scroll down to see more of Alisha's glam life 25 Lehmann played for Aston Villa Credit: Rex Advertisement 25 Lehmann was one of the WSL's top stars Credit: instagram/alishalehmann7 25 She has amassed a loyal following online Credit: instagram/alishalehmann7 25 Lehmann has over 16million Instagram supporters Credit: Instagram @alishalehmann7 25 Alisha posed for her 2024 calendar Credit: Instagram @alishalehmann7 Advertisement 25 She regularly posts saucy snaps Credit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7 25 Lehmann is not shy when it comes to the camera Credit: instagram/alishalehmann7 25 She played many games in the WSL Credit: Instagram @alishalehmann7 25 Lehmann takes a lot of holiday snaps Credit: instagram/alishalehmann7 Advertisement 25 She has amassed a large fanbase Credit: instagram/alishalehmann7 25 Alisha has joined the Prime team Credit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7 25 Lehmann looks delighted to be partnering KSI and Logan Paul Credit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7 25 Advertisement 25 Lehmann was asked if she could send Drake one of her football shirts Credit: instagram/alishalehmann7 25 She received a surprising request from rapper Drake Credit: instagram 25 An A-list celebrity had offered her £90,000 for a night of passion Credit: Instagram @alishalehmann7 25 The footballer is sponsored by Prime Credit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7 Advertisement 25 She is also a Switzerland international Credit: Getty
Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Where to watch the Women's Euros 2025 final in London this Sunday
Where to watch the Women's Euros finals in London The British women have made it through to the final of the Women's Euros which take place at 5pm this Sunday afternoon. Plenty of London pubs and venues are screening the final game of the prestigious tournament, and some are laying on special celebrations to help us cheer on the girls after London pubs were granted special licenses to stay open until 1am for the semi-finals. It's best to book a space during the week as many of these are likely to get booked up before the weekend, as the hype and fandom builds around the women's game. Here are the best places to watch the Women's Euros final this weekend Central Between the Bridges on the South Bank has installed a big screen for the Euros finals. Book ahead of time and every ticket holder gets three free drinks and a meal from one of the street food vendors included in their ticket price. The venue has lots of great international food options, and plenty of seating, and on busy days there is typically a nice festival atmosphere. It's advised to book to guarantee a space. The Queen's Walk, London SE1 8XX. Another great outdoor space to watch the match this Sunday is Vinegar Yard. Near to London Bridge station, there are three large screens and indoor and outdoor seating, with plenty of incredible street food and drinks. Booking is advised to guarantee a table but walk-ins will be accepted as long as there's space. 72-82 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX. South The Pop Brixton market in – you guessed it – Brixton has big screens set up ready for the Women's Euros final this Sunday afternoon. There are plenty of food and drink options and independent boutiques to browse during half-time or before and after the match. There are no reservations taken or needed, just arrive in plenty of time. 49 Brixton Station Rd, London SW9 8PQ. Peckham Hi-Fi music bar Jumbi is hosting a live screening at Copeland Park in Peckham. Oatly will be giving away 500 free drinks between 2-4pm, and will be serving a limited-edition rum punch during the match. Free entry but turn up early at guarantee entry. North Big Penny Social has various big screens dotted around their enormous beer hall on the outskirts of Walthamstow. Arrive early to be safe, and this one's inside so it's a good option in case of inclement weather. Tickets are available ahead of time on the website and there is entertainment from Sassy Bass, an all-female brass band, and a drink thrown in with every ticket purchased. 1 Priestley Way, E17 6AL. East The Apex Temple Court hotel terrace has partnered with Lanson Champagne for Women's Euros events out on their summer terrace. Within the new Fleet Street Quarter, the Amicable Societies Summer Terrace series features a huge outdoor screen, with champagne, strawberries and small plates available from behind the bar. 1-2, Serjeant's Inn, Temple, London EC4Y 1AG. West ArcadeX at the newly refurbished Battersea Power Station is screening the final this weekend. Alongside the big screens there are bookable daybeds and brilliant street food, as well as impressive cocktails from online cocktail guy, Rich Woods. Turn up and grab a spot in front of the big screen for free or book the day beds for more private space. The Coaling Jetty, Battersea Power Station Pier, London SW8 4NR. Wandle Park in Wimbledon, near Colliers Wood Underground, is putting up big open-air screens this weekend for the Women's Euros final. It's free to enter and coverage begins from 4pm on Sunday. Wandle Park, Wandle Park, Merton High St., Colliers Wood, London SW19 2BH. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
