England squad ratings: how all the Lionesses performed in Euro 2025 triumph

The Guardian

6 days ago

Hannah Hampton (goalkeeper) Repaid her manager's faith after she was made England's No 1 before the tournament. Handled the pressure brilliantly with two player-of-the-match performances. Her two penalty saves in both of the Lionesses' shootouts were crucial, as was her shot-stopping throughout. Produced match-saving stops in the final to deny Esther González and Clàudia Pina while her last-minute effort against Italy ensured the game went to extra time. 9/10
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 630 | Saves made 17 | Goals conceded 7 | Passing accuracy 73.3%
Lucy Bronze (defender) 'I think the only way to get her off the pitch is in a wheelchair,' Wiegman said after her exemplary quarter-final performance. England's warrior at right-back revealed after the final that she had played the entire tournament with a fractured tibia. Epitomises the Lionesses' never-say-die attitude and provided leadership. The scenes of her bandaging up her own leg during the Sweden game before ripping it off to bury her penalty – her first for her country – will live long in the memory. 8
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 598 | Goals 1 | Assists 0 | Balls recovered 36 | Passing accuracy 78.34% | Yellow cards 1
Alex Greenwood (defender) Came into the tournament having just recovered from a knee injury and played every game. Started at centre-back but was shifted to full-back after the loss to France exposed England's left side. Her return to the position where she began her career brought more stability. Struggled defensively at times but was a key outlet going forward and built a strong relationship with Lauren Hemp. 7
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 625 | Goals 0 | Assists 0 | Balls recovered 36 | Passing accuracy 82.5% | Yellow cards 0
Leah Williamson (defender) The first England captain to win back-to-back trophies and the first to do it overseas. Led her team by example both on and off the field while carrying an ankle knock. One of the best ball-playing centre-backs in Europe, her passing ability adds a different dynamic to the attack. A near perfect performance in the final where she didn't concede a single foul in 120 minutes. Only blemish was seeing her penalty saved. 8
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 580 | Goals 0 | Assists 0 | Balls recovered 47 | Passing accuracy 86.84% | Yellow cards 0
Jess Carter (defender) Struggled down the left against the speed of France and Sweden but looked much more comfortable when moved to centre-back. The character she displayed after receiving racist abuse was admirable. A quiet leader who gained her 50th cap during the tournament. Her performance in the final was standout for the way she commanded the backline and handled Spain's numerous tricky attackers with ease. 7
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 431 | Goals 0 | Assists 0 | Balls recovered 27 | Passing accuracy 73% | Yellow cards 0
Keira Walsh (midfielder) Ever present at the heart of midfield. Can struggle to impact proceedings when marked out of games but found herself higher up the field than normal and influencing the attack. Strong dynamic with both Georgia Stanway and Ella Toone. Rewarded with a goal against France. Tireless performance marshalling Aitana Bonmatí in the final and played a crucial role in the buildup to Alessia Russo's equaliser. 7
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 599 | Goals 1 | Assists 0 | Fouls committed 5 | Passing accuracy 82.67% | Yellow cards 0
Georgia Stanway (midfielder) Produced her best performance in an England shirt for quite a while in the final with her undimmed energy and tenacity in a challenge. Struggled at the start – not completely unexpected given her time out with injury – but grew into the tournament and role. Her two goals – one from the spot and one trademark effort from distance – contributed to the Lionesses' progression from the Group of Death. 7
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 519 | Goals 2 | Assists 0 | Fouls committed 7 | Passing accuracy 81.5% | Yellow cards 0
Ella Toone (midfielder) 'I've missed this Ella Toone. I've not had it for a while,' Toone said after her standout performance against Wales. There is no doubt it has been a tough year for England's No 10 after the loss of her father, Nick in September. Found her form at the perfect time. Her marshalling of Patri Guijarro in the final was tireless and effective. 8
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 427 | Goals 2 | Assists 2 | Fouls committed 2 | Passing accuracy 84% | Yellow cards 1
Lauren James (forward) When Lauren James is on the pitch, anything can happen. Her recovery from a hamstring issue that had kept her out since March was a massive boost but maybe too soon for her to show her best consistently. Player-of-the-match worthy performance against the Dutch and Wales with the iconic celebrations to boot but an ankle injury sustained against Sweden and Italy hampered her performance in the final as she was forced off early. 7
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 391 | Goals 2 | Assists 0 | Total attempts 14 | Passing accuracy 85.34% | Yellow cards 0
Lauren Hemp (forward) Another of England's injured cohort who just about made it back in time. Lack of minutes in the buildup to the tournament probably meant she wasn't always at her most effective but an ever-dependable outlet on the left. Her shift to the right side against Spain was a crucial tactical element to the Lionesses' success as she challenged Olga Carmona constantly with her speed. 7
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 528 | Goals 1 | Assists 0 | Total attempts 13 | Passing accuracy 77% | Yellow cards 1
Alessia Russo (forward) Goals always matter when judging a centre-forward's performance and she was unable to find the form in front of goal that had served her so well this season – until the final, when she scored a superb header to equalise against Spain. She was not helped by a lack of service but it is her work out of possession that really influenced England. Her tireless running and intelligence in activating the press was second to none. 8
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 507 | Goals 2 | Assists 3 | Total attempts 16 | Passing accuracy 82.84% | Yellow cards 1
Esme Morgan (defender) Made her first major tournament appearance against Sweden as a second-half substitute and was instrumental to the success of England's shift to a back three that changed the course of the match. Her aerial ability and pace were crucial in steadying the defensive ship. Strong against Italy despite the pressure of the occasion with a performance that displayed her growing maturity. 7
Appearances 2 | Minutes played 170 | Goals 0 | Assists 0 | Balls recovered 12 | Passing accuracy 94.5% | Yellow cards 1
Michelle Agyemang (forward) The breakout star of Euro 2025. Propelled into the senior side at the last minute, the 19-year-old forward grabbed her opportunities with both hands. Displaying a maturity beyond her years, she was one of the Lionesses' gamechangers. Saved England's tournament twice with late equalisers against Sweden and Italy, while she came on to provide fresh energy with the score level in the final. Never looked fazed by the pressure. 9
Appearances 4 | Minutes played 138 | Goals 2 | Assists 0 | Total attempts 6 | Passing accuracy 72.5% | Yellow cards 1
Chloe Kelly (forward) England's title winner not once but twice. When Kelly enters the pitch, you know something will happen. Her impact from the bench was undeniable as she challenged tiring defences with her direct running and pinpoint deliveries. Her trademark penalty style just added to the story. A rollercoaster of a year but she finishes on a high with Champions League and Euros winners' medals. 9
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 251 | Goals 1 | Assists 2 | Total attempts 8 | Passing accuracy 78.84% | Yellow cards 1
Beth Mead (forward) Ever reliable when called upon despite the disappointment of having to start from the bench. Her goal against Wales and the celebrations that followed were emotional. Asked to play in every midfield position in the knockout stages and did so with competence. Added crucial defensive cover in addition to her attacking abilities. 7
Appearances 6 | Minutes played 278 | Goals 1 | Assists 1 | Total attempts 3 | Passing accuracy 71.67% | Yellow cards 1
Niamh Charles (defender) Reliable whenever she was called upon. Her goalline clearance against Sweden was notable as was the way she brought composure to England's defence in the latter stages against Spain. Confident penalty in the final shootout. 6
Appearances 5 | Minutes played 78 | Goals 0 | Assists 0 | Balls recovered 3 | Passing accuracy 82% | Yellow cards 0
Aggie Beever-Jones (forward) Saw less game time than she was perhaps hoping for but caught the eye when given her opportunity. An instinctive goalscorer, she opened her major tournament account with a fine finish against Wales. Crucial impact and energy from the bench to help England over the line in the semi-final. 7
Appearances 3 | Minutes played 74 | Goals 1 | Assists 1 | Total attempts 2 | Passing accuracy 79.34% | Yellow cards 0
Grace Clinton (midfield) Given limited time from the bench but replaced tired legs in midfield with efficiency on multiple occasions. Came on as the holding midfielder, which is not her natural position but performed it with confidence. 6
Appearances 5 | Minutes played 65 | Goals 0 | Assists 0 | Fouls committed 0 | Passing accuracy 78.41% | Yellow cards 0
Jess Park (forward) Made one appearance in her first major tournament as a senior coming on for Ella Toone. Played 45 minutes against Wales, looking comfortable in midfield. Would probably have hoped for more. 6
Appearances 1 | Minutes played 45 | Goals 0 | Assists 0 | Total attempts 1 | Passing accuracy 87% | Yellow cards 0
Anna Moorhouse (goalkeeper) Came into the squad off the back of an outstanding season at Orlando Pride, providing competition to a goalkeeping unit that was dealing with the loss of Mary Earps. Did not play.
Khiara Keating (goalkeeper) Most likely England's No 2 in the tournament but was not called upon. A vivacious, bubbly character who, in her own words, brings the vibes and no doubt plenty of competition. Did not play.
Maya Le Tissier (defender) Can count herself unlucky to be on the fringes after a superb season at Manchester United. Would have upped the levels in training and her leadership on the bench would have been key. Celebrations with Beever-Jones after the win against Sweden were an example of the team unit England have built. Did not play.
Lotte Wubben-Moy (defender) The ultimate team player. Wiegman knows she can rely on her to step up behind the scenes and provide both competition and leadership on and off the field. Did not play.
Sarina Wiegman (head coach) It often seems that Wiegman herself doesn't even understand how she has managed to win three straight European Championships. Guided England with composure and quiet leadership even in the tensest of moments. A clear bond with and trust in her players to create the environment where their resilience can thrive. Maybe a bit slow to make changes in games at times but it is hard to argue with her judgment given her record. 9