Goals of the match Sweden – England The Lionesses turn the tables

Euro 2025 in Zurich, July 17

Video highlights of the match Sweden – England 2:2 aet 2:3 TB

WOMEN'S EURO 2025 QUARTER-FINALS

SWEDEN 2: 2 ap ENGLAND

Goal scorers

• 2′  K. Asllani 1:0, 25′  S. Blackstenius 2:0, 79′  L. Bronze 2:1, 81′  Mr. Agyemang 2:2
• 22,500 spectators (sold out)

Video highlights Sweden vs England Euro 2025 goals | Score: 2-2 (3-2 on penalties)

England, defending champion at the’Women's Euro 2025, came close to elimination against a formidable Swedish team, before winning on penalties. Trailing 2-0, the Lionesses snatched the equalizer in the last quarter of an hour and then validated their ticket to the semi-finals (2-2 aet, 3-2 pen). Next meeting: a England – Italy explosive on July 22 at Geneva Stadium. This evening, it's Switzerland's turn for its fiery quarter-final against Spain. Wanderer and Co. will also have to experience a miracle to pass the Roja. fan zones in the cantons of Vaud are ready to party.

A catastrophic start to the match for the English women

L'England Women Sarina Wiegman's goal completely missed the mark. In the second minute, a defensive error by Jessica Carter allowed Sweden to open the scoring through Kosovare Asllani, who was well served by Stina Blackstenius. In the 25th minute, Blackstenius doubled the lead with composure. Cold snap at Zurich's Letzigrund, yet filled with English supporters (22,397 spectators).

A late but salutary awakening

It took until the final 15 minutes for England to rediscover their DNA. Already dangerous in the first half, Lauren Hemp narrowly missed the target twice. But it was Chloe Kelly's introduction that changed everything: her pinpoint cross found Lucy Bronze for 2-1 (79th minute). Two minutes later, Michelle Agyemang equalized after a ball fumbled in the Swedish box. The Lionesses snatch extra time.

Penalty shootout: England colder than Sweden

There penalty shootout The game turned into a tragedy for the Scandinavians, despite two chances to seal the victory. Falk saved a shot, but Sofia Jakobsson and then Smilla Holmberg missed their attempts. Lucy Bronze converted hers, and England qualified after a thrilling victory.

Next up: Italy vs. England in the Euro 2025 semi-finals

Still in the running for a third consecutive European title, Sarina Wiegman will face Italy with England on July 22. A match that already promises to be electric!

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