Switzerland | 2–27 July 2025
The Final: England vs Spain
The final took place at St. Jakob-Park in Basel in front of a sold-out crowd of approximately 34,000. Spain opened the scoring in the first half through Mariona Caldentey. England responded in the 57th minute with a goal by Alessia Russo. After a 1–1 draw through 120 minutes, England won the penalty shootout 3–1. Hannah Hampton made two crucial saves, and England converted three penalties to secure their second consecutive UEFA Women’s EURO title.
England’s Historic Triumph
By winning the 2025 final, England became the first team in UEFA Women’s EURO history to retain the title. It was also the first time any English senior national team won a major tournament outside their home country. England’s journey to the trophy included tight knockout matches in which they led for a total of just 4 minutes and 52 seconds – the shortest lead time ever recorded by a champion in the tournament’s history. Coach Sarina Wiegman secured her third UEFA EURO title, remaining undefeated in all EURO finals.
Tournament Summary
Sixteen teams competed in 31 matches across eight cities in Switzerland. The tournament produced 106 goals – the highest total ever recorded at a Women’s EURO. Matches averaged over 3 goals per game. The highest-scoring match of the tournament was Spain’s 6–2 victory over Belgium.
Spectator Milestones
UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 set a new benchmark in audience engagement. 657,291 spectators attended the tournament — the highest attendance ever at a Women’s EURO. 22 of 24 group stage matches were sold out. The quarter-finals attracted over 112,000 fans, including 34,128 for France vs Germany in Bern.
UEFA Player Awards
- Player of the Tournament: Aitana Bonmatí (Spain)
- Young Player of the Tournament: Michelle Agyemang (England, 18)
- Golden Boot (Top Scorer): Esther González (Spain, 4 goals)
- Oldest Goalscorer: Jess Fishlock (Wales, 38 years, 176 days)
- Youngest Multi-Goal Scorer: Signe Gaupset (Norway, 20 years, 22 days)
- Goalkeeper of the Final: Hannah Hampton (England)
Broadcast and Global Reach
The 2025 edition achieved historic media reach. The final was watched by over 45 million viewers worldwide. Total broadcast and digital reach exceeded 500 million. Social media engagement increased by 55% compared to EURO 2022.
Host Cities and Infrastructure
Eight cities across Switzerland hosted matches: Basel, Zurich, Bern, Geneva, Lucerne, Thun, Sion, and St. Gallen. Each city offered fan zones and tournament branding. Public transport and accessibility initiatives supported inclusive attendance.
UEFA Records Set
- Most goals in a Women’s EURO: 106
- Most attended Women’s EURO: 657,291 spectators
- Highest-scoring match: Spain 6–2 Belgium
- Shortest lead by eventual champions: 4 minutes, 52 seconds (England)
- First back-to-back champion: England (2022, 2025)
- Most sold-out matches: 29 of 31
Organisation and Legacy
Over 200 volunteers contributed to successful event operations. UEFA’s “Time for Action” legacy programme supported youth and women’s football. The official mascot “Maddli”, a Saint Bernard puppy, promoted tournament branding and fan outreach. Host cities received long-term investment in grassroots and visibility initiatives for girls’ and women’s sport.
Conclusion
UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 delivered record-breaking results on and off the pitch. From historic attendance to high-level performances, the tournament proved the strength, depth, and momentum of the women’s game in Europe. With England crowned champions once again, the bar has been raised for future editions.
