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Basel, Switzerland—A pulsating UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final delivered 90 minutes of high-octane football at St. Jakob-Park as England and Spain finished regulation locked at 1-1, sending the showpiece into extra time. First-half dominance from La Roja was rewarded in the 34th minute when Mariona Caldentey coolly converted Aitana Bonmatí’s low cross, silencing a crowd split almost evenly between red and white. Yet the Lionesses roared back: Alessia Russo met Lauren James’ inswinging corner with a thunderous header on 57 minutes to level the score and spark a momentum shift. Key Match Moments • 18’ — Lucy Bronze’s last-ditch block denied Salma Paralluelo from point-blank range. • 34’ — GOAL SPAIN — Caldentey side-foots home after incisive build-up on the right flank. • 49’ — Mary Earps tips Olga Carmona’s dipping free-kick onto the bar. • 57’ — GOAL ENGLAND — Russo powers in header for her fifth goal of the tournament. • 73’ — Wendie Renard-esque leap from Laia Codina flashes a header wide. • 88’ — Rachel Daly’s curling effort grazes the outside of the post, inches from glory. Tactical Snapshot Spain’s 4-3-3 pinned England deep early, with Bonmatí and Patri Guijarro overloading central zones. Sarina Wiegman responded by pushing Kiera Walsh higher to disrupt passing lanes, and the adjustment paid dividends after the interval. Expect both coaches to dip into deep benches during extra time; sprint data shows Paralluelo and James still clocking 30 km/h bursts, hinting at late-game fireworks. By the Numbers • Possession: Spain 57 % – 43 % England • Shots on target: Spain 6, England 4 • Expected Goals (xG): Spain 1.35, England 1.08 • Pass accuracy: Spain 86 %, England 79 % • Attendance: 41,612 (sell-out) What’s at Stake England aim to defend their continental crown after triumphing at Euro 2022, while Spain seek a maiden Women’s Euro title to cap a golden era for their youth-inspired generation. Victory will also secure a coveted spot at the 2026 Women’s Finalissima against the Copa América Femenina champions. Fan & Social Buzz The hashtag #WEuro2025Final is trending worldwide, with real-time clips of Russo’s equaliser amassing over 10 million views in the first 20 minutes. Ticket resale platforms report average prices soaring above €600 as supporters scramble for last-minute entry. What to Watch in Extra Time • Fatigue management: Watch for England’s Chloe Kelly and Spain’s Esther González as impact substitutes. • Set-pieces: Four of England’s last six tournament goals have come from dead-ball deliveries. • Penalty pedigree: Earps saved three shoot-out spot-kicks at Euro 2022; Spain converted 5/5 in their semifinal triumph. Stay tuned for live updates, full-time analysis, player ratings and post-match reaction as the Women’s Euro 2025 champion is decided under the Basel lights.