Goalie Hannah Hampton is England’s penalties hero as Lionesses roar to Euros glory over Spain

Published on July 27, 2025 at 11:06 PM

GOALIE Hannah Hampton was England’s penalties hero with two saves as the Lionesses roared to Euros glory over Spain last night.

Hannah starred in the after the sides drew 1-1 in Basel, Switzerland.

England's goalkeeper Hannah Hampton diving to save a penalty shot.
Goalie Hannah Hampton was England’s penalties hero as she starred in the 3-1 shootout win
Chloe Kelly, #18, kicking a penalty in a soccer match.
It was striker Chloe Kelly who sealed the win
England's women's soccer team celebrates winning the UEFA Women's Euro 2025.
The Lionesses lift the trophy after their Euros victory over Spain

The King hailed three years after winning Euro 2022. He said: “The next task is to bring home the World Cup in 2027 if you possibly can!”

They are the first senior England football team to on foreign soil and the first to retain a trophy after victory in 2022.

It was striker - repeating her feat from Wembley three years ago when she took off her jersey in celebration.

She brought it home this time by sparking , Switzerland.

Manager - winning her third consecutive after victory in 2017 with the Netherlands - ran on to the pitch punching the air as she joined the mass of players and staff mobbing Kelly.

The ace was in tears as she joined thousands of delighted fans singing Sweet Caroline.

Moments later, Kelly said: “I am so proud of this team. So grateful to wear this badge. So proud to be English. I was cool, I was composed.

“I knew I was going to hit the back of the net. Unbelievable. All the staff and Sarina Wiegman - she has done it again! Unbelievable.

“It is going to be crazy. I hope the whole of comes out to support us and shows their love to these girls as they deserve it.”

Supersub , the breakout star of the tournament, sank to her knees and wept as Kelly’s penalty went in.

In the stands, and daughter roared with delight at the victory.

Just before kick-off, a snap of the pair was posted on the Prince and Princess of Wales’s X account with the caption: “Let’s go, Lionesses.”

Jubilant later greeted them, giving skipper a hug, before they were presented the Euro 2025 trophy on the pitch.

told the Lionesses: “You have my whole family’s warmest appreciation and admiration. The next task is to bring home the World Cup in 2027, if you possibly can!”

The team will be at a reception today hosted by Deputy PM and sports minister Stephanie Peacock.

Ms Rayner said: “Our Lionesses are absolute champions. Not only are they bringing it home for England again, but they’re inspiring the next generation of champions too.”

PM added: “The Lionesses have once again captured the hearts of the nation.

“Their victory is not only a remarkable sporting achievement, but an inspiration for young people across the country.”

Prince William and Princess Charlotte watching a soccer match.
Dad Wills and Princess Charlotte look delighted as England win the shoot-out
Chloe Kelly lifts the trophy after England wins the UEFA Women's EURO 2025 final.
Penalty hero Chloe Kelly lifts the Euros 2025 trophy
Hannah Hampton holding the UEFA Women's EURO trophy.
Hannah celebrates with the trophy after the Lionesses triumph

Former England striker and footie pundit wrote online: “They’ve done it again. She’s done it again. Kelly’s heroes. Fabulous.”

Dutchwoman Wiegman said after the win: “I can’t believe it! We said we can win by any means and that’s what we have shown again today.

“I am so proud of the team and the staff. It is incredible.”

were favourites on the back of an impressive run of ten straight victories in all competitions, scoring 38 goals in the process.

But England, despite a shaky start to the tournament, were confident after seeing off Sweden in the quarters and Italy in the semi-final.

A crowd of 34,203 watched as England enjoyed a bright start, with the first chance after three minutes.

But as the match wore on, Spain began to dominate and England goalkeeper was forced into several crucial saves.

Mariona Caldentey put Spain ahead on 25 minutes, with Alessia Russo heading England level on 57 minutes.

Then, with neither side making a breakthrough in extra time, the match went to a penalty shootout.

Hero Hampton saved twice before Kelly’s trademark hop, skip and run

England's goalkeeper and manager celebrating a UEFA Women's Euro win.
Hampton embraces manager Sarina Wiegman, who won her third consecutive Euros
England's women's soccer team celebrates their Euro 2025 win.
The jubilant squad mob Kelly after her winning kick
Michelle Agyemang shaking hands with Prince William at a trophy ceremony.
Prince William congratulates starlet Michelle Agyemang
Chloe Kelly celebrating a goal at the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 final.
Chloe repeated her feat from Wembley three years ago when she took off her jersey in celebration

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