{"id":15693,"date":"2025-07-23T06:12:41","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T10:12:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/07\/23\/wiegman-englands-journey-to-euro-final-feels-like-a-cinematic-adventure\/"},"modified":"2025-07-23T06:12:41","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T10:12:41","slug":"wiegman-englands-journey-to-euro-final-feels-like-a-cinematic-adventure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/07\/23\/wiegman-englands-journey-to-euro-final-feels-like-a-cinematic-adventure\/","title":{"rendered":"Wiegman: England&#8217;s Journey to Euro Final Feels Like a Cinematic Adventure!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<div class=\"article-meta\">\n<ul class=\"authors\">\n<li class=\"mugshot-shown\">\n<div class=\"author-img\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=\/photo\/2019\/0605\/r552405_3_1296x1296_1-1.jpg&amp;h=80&amp;w=80&amp;scale=crop\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\"><\/div>\n<p>Tom Hamilton<span class=\"timestamp \">December 22, 2025, 07:38 PM ET<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"author-overlay\">close<\/p>\n<ul>I joined ESPN in 2011<br \/>Covered two Olympic Games, two Rugby World Cups, and two Lions Tours in England and Ireland.<br \/>\u2022 Rose to senior writer in 2018 after serving as a rugby editor.<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Geneva &#8211; British coach Sarina Wiegman expressed that her team&#8217;s journey in Euro 2025 resembles that of a film.<\/p>\n<p>The Lionesses showcased their tenacity against Italy, forcing extra time with a late equalizer from Michelle Agyeeman, followed by Chloe Kelly scoring the winning goal in the 119th minute, sealing a 2-1 victory and a spot in the final.<\/p>\n<p>This match set a new record for the latest winning goal in Women&#8217;s Euro history, surpassing the Netherlands&#8217; 102nd-minute goal against France in the 2022 quarterfinals.<\/p>\n<p><strong>&#8211; England Shocks Italy with Late Heroics<br \/>&#8211; Heartbroken Italy Falls Short in a Dramatic Finale<br \/>&#8211; Women&#8217;s Euro 2025 Bracket, Results, Schedule<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After a chaotic penalty shootout against Sweden, England only required five minutes of extra time to secure victory in the knockout stage. Wiegman described their performance in these two matches as &#8220;unbelievable.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I\u2019m going to make a film one day! This is the storyline, incredible,&#8221; Wiegman told the BBC. &#8220;We\u2019re back again; it&#8217;s truly special.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>When asked if she enjoyed the film-like ending, she replied, &#8220;It was dramatic, but yes, I enjoyed it.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>England relied on their substitutes once more, as Beth Mead, Agyeeman, and Kelly played pivotal roles in the second half.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"inline float-r inline-track\">\n<h2 class=\"img-title\">Disney+ Becomes the New Home for the European Women&#8217;s Champions League<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-lazyload=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/photo\/2025\/0524\/r1497653_1296x729_16-9.jpg\" class=\"round lazyload\"><\/p>\n<p>Soccer fans can now watch all 75 live matches each season exclusively on Disney+. Check their website for more details.<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<p>&#8220;I\u2019m not sure if I\u2019ll make changes at the right moment,&#8221; Wiegman commented. &#8220;We wait for the right impact. When we score, we need to find a rhythm that slows the tempo a bit.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We had good chances, but we were missing that final touch, so we were patient.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Agyeeman emerged as a key player for England once again. Her last-minute equalizer against Sweden saved the Lionesses from elimination.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;She\u2019s an unstoppable force right now,&#8221; said captain Leah Williamson about her Arsenal teammate. &#8220;Her quality is undeniable, making her a challenge for opponents. I&#8217;m proud to have her on our team both at the club and nationally. She deserves all the accolades.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I hope she enjoys this moment and is ready for the weekend,&#8221; Williamson added.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"inline inline-photo full\">\n<figure>\n<picture><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0722%2Fr1522356_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=570&amp;format=jpg, https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0722%2Fr1522356_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=1140&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 376px)\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0722%2Fr1522356_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=375, https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0722%2Fr1522356_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=750&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(max-width: 375px)\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\" lazyload lazyload\" data-image-container=\".inline-photo\" height=\"320\" width=\"570\"><\/source><\/source><\/picture><figcaption class=\"photoCaption\">Sarina Wiegman celebrates the UK\u2019s Euro 2025 semi-final triumph over Italy. <cite>Nick Potts\/PA Images via Getty Images<\/cite><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Wiegman expressed her satisfaction with Agyeeman&#8217;s performance.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;She possesses something exceptional,&#8221; Wiegman stated. &#8220;At just 19, she\u2019s incredibly mature and knows precisely what to do. Her ability to learn quickly makes her a significant threat not only in the 18-yard box but also as a target player.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Even when I saw her shot strike the crossbar, it wasn\u2019t just a strike; she was aiming for it. If she continues on this path, she has a very promising future ahead.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Kelly also praised Agyeeman:<\/p>\n<p>Kelly\u2019s presentation was another match-winning highlight for the recent super sub. Having scored the winning goal in the Euro 2022 Finals, she once again made a crucial impact at Euro 2025. She helped England equalize against Sweden and scored the decisive goal that saved them from another penalty shootout.<\/p>\n<p>Reflecting on the match, Kelly recounted how she nearly walked away from football in January after requesting to leave Manchester City. However, her loan spell at Arsenal, which later became a permanent move, rejuvenated her career and led to her contributions in the Euros.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Looking back on those moments from January when I felt like quitting, I\u2019m truly grateful for what happened today,&#8221; Kelly said. &#8220;They make every moment worth it.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Confidence can stem from within as well as from those around you. The teammates I share the pitch with bring a lot of belief and positivity. But personal growth is crucial too.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>She delivered yet again, propelling England into another major final.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I can hardly believe what transpired\u2014the faith, resilience, and unity within this squad is extraordinary,&#8221; Kelly remarked. &#8220;I\u2019m proud to represent England.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>**Fan Take:** This exhilarating win not only showcases the Lionesses&#8217; emergence but also highlights the growing quality and excitement in women&#8217;s soccer. For fans, this moment signals a bright future for the sport and further elevates its profile on the global stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tom HamiltonDecember 22, 2025, 07:38 PM ET close I joined ESPN in 2011Covered two Olympic Games, two Rugby World Cups, and two Lions Tours in England and Ireland.\u2022 Rose to senior writer in 2018 after serving as a rugby editor. 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