England 2-1 Italy: Dramatic Finale Secures Lionesses' Place in EURO 2025 Final
Italy was close to eliminating the defending champions from the tournament, but dramatic goals from Michelle Agyemang and Chloe Kelly secured England's place in the women's EURO 2025 final. Dramatic Turnaround in Extra Time English substitutes Chloe Kelly and Michelle Agyemang were once again difference-makers for the Lionesses, dramatically turning the match around against Italy to advance to their third consecutive major tournament final. The defending champions were on the brink of elimination from the tournament before Agyemang's equalizing strike deep in stoppage time, before Kelly converted a rebound after her penalty was saved with just minutes left in extra time. Italy Takes the Lead Through Bonansea Italy took the lead in the 33rd minute when Barbara Bonansea finished well in the penalty area past Hannah Hampton. The ball bounced favorably to Bonansea after several deflections before she fired a fierce shot under the crossbar, becoming the second-oldest goa...