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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
'Turns out we love football chaos', says England manager Wiegman after Women's Euro 2025 triumph
Sarina Wiegman broke into a celebratory dance when Chloe Kelly struck the winning penalty in Sunday's shootout to help England clinch a second consecutive Women's Euros title, capping a wild ride that the coach called the most chaotic tournament ever. The 55-year-old, who is under contract with England through 2027, had already made history by becoming the first football manager to coach in five consecutive major tournament finals. Euro 2025 proved to be a roller-coaster of emotions for Wiegman, with England fighting back to win all three knockout games in extra time or a shootout, including the final in which it beat world champions Spain 3-1 on penalties after the match ended in a 1-1 draw. 'This has been the most chaotic tournament, from the first game there was chaos … turns out we love football chaos!' a jubilant Wiegman said. Asked how she plans to celebrate, she said: 'Maybe with some more dancing. I might have a drink, but I will not be drinking as much as the players.' Wiegman's players had raved about her motivational speeches throughout the tournament, and she must have delivered another memorable one on Sunday. ALSO READ: Spain coach Tome says her team deserved more after shootout loss to England 'The main message was enjoy it,' said Wiegman, who completed a hat-trick of Euro triumphs on Sunday, having also guided her native Netherlands to the 2017 title. 'We've got so far now in this tournament. I think we all created something again together. So these are the moments where you dream of, well some couldn't even dream of because it wasn't possible when they were little kids. 'But go out there and enjoy it and play your very best game.' There was controversy in the weeks leading up to the tournament after Euro 2022 winning goalkeeper Mary Earps announced her international retirement. She had recently lost her starting job to Hannah Hampton. But Hampton was brilliant in Switzerland, including in the two shootouts and was named player of the match on Sunday after saving two penalties from Spanish players and making several other key saves. 'Every player has their one story and journey, and hers has been incredible,' Wiegman said. 'Starting the tournament and losing the first game, there was so much riding on every game; we had five finals. She had to step up and I think she has been amazing. 'It's a little bit like a fairytale to stop those two penalties (during the shootout) in the final.' England lost its opening game to France, but preached about confidence and not giving up since that night, and its tournament was a remarkable show of resilience. It led for a total of just four minutes through their three knockout matches. 'It's been incredible,' Wiegman said. 'Around in the camp, the training sessions, everything about the team was very calm. 'Just the games were chaotic and very close and tight, and we were behind in a lot of games. We lost the first game, but then afterwards it was all very calm.' Michelle Agyemang, the 19-year-old who scored late goals in the quarterfinal and semifinal, won the Young Player of the Tournament award.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Wiegman hails most chaotic tournament ever
SARINA WIEGMAN broke into a celebratory dance when Chloe Kelly struck the winning penalty in Sunday's shootout to help England clinch a second consecutive Women's Euros title, capping a wild ride that the coach called the most chaotic tournament ever. The 55-year-old, who is under contract with England through 2027, had already made history by becoming the first football manager to coach in five consecutive major tournament finals. Euro 2025 proved to be a roller-coaster of emotions for Wiegman, with England fighting back to win all three knockout games in extra time or a shootout, including the final in which they beat world champions Spain 3-1 on penalties after the match ended in a 1-1 draw. 'This has been the most chaotic tournament, from the first game there was chaos ... turns out we love football chaos!' a jubilant Wiegman said. Asked how she plans to celebrate, she said: 'Maybe with some more dancing. I might have a drink but I will not be drinking as much as the players.' Wiegman's players had raved about her motivational speeches throughout the tournament, and she must have delivered another memorable one on Sunday. 'The main message was enjoy it,' said Wiegman, who completed a hat-trick of Euro triumphs on Sunday having also guided her native Netherlands to the 2017 title. 'We've got so far now in this tournament. I think we all created something again together. So these are the moments where you dream of, well some couldn't even dream of because it wasn't possible when they were little kids. 'But go out there and enjoy it and play your very best game.' There was controversy in the weeks leading up to the tournament after Euro 2022 winning goalkeeper Mary Earps announced her international retirement. She had recently lost her starting job to Hannah Hampton. But Hampton was brilliant in Switzerland, including in the two shootouts and was named player of the match on Sunday after saving two penalties from Spanish players and making several other key saves. 'Every player has their one story and journey and hers has been incredible,' Wiegman said. 'Starting the tournament and losing the first game, there was so much riding on every game, we had five finals. She had to step up and I think she has been amazing. 'It's a little bit like a fairytale to stop those two penalties (during the shootout) in the final.' England lost their opening game to France, but preached about confidence and not giving up since that night, and their tournament was a remarkable show of resilience. They led for a total of just four minutes through their three knockout matches. 'It's been incredible,' Wiegman said. 'Around in the camp, the training sessions, everything about the team was very calm. 'Just the games were chaotic and very close and tight and we were behind in a lot of games. We lost the first game, but then afterwards it was all very calm.' Michelle Agyemang, the 19-year-old who scored late goals in the quarter-final and semi-final, won the Young Player of the Tournament award - REUTERS
Los Angeles Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Los Angeles Times
England beats Spain in a penalty shootout to retain Euro title
BASEL, Switzerland — England thrived in the high drama yet again to take down Spain in a penalty shootout and win another Women's European Championship title on Sunday. Chloe Kelly lashed in her spot kick to give defending champion England a 3-1 win in the shootout after a 1-1 draw after extra time. It's the second straight Women's Euros final decided by Kelly scoring. England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton saved spot kicks from Mariona Caldentey and Spain superstar Aitana Bonmati, before substitute Salma Paralluelo dragged her shot wide of goal. The defending champion won the only way it knew how at this thrilling Euro 2025. England fell behind in the first half, fought back in the second and relied on its superb substitutes – just as it did against Italy and Sweden previously in the knockout rounds. England leveled the score in the 57th on Alessia Russo's header from a cross by Kelly after Mariona Caldentey had given Spain the lead in the 25th finishing Ona Battle's cross. Spain trailed for only four minutes in the entire tournament — and not for one second against England — yet the reigning World Cup winner could not seal its first European title. Kelly had scored an extra-time winning goal for England at Wembley three years ago to beat Germany 2-1. In extra time Spain had good possession in the England penalty area so many times yet did not force a decisive goal. Spain goalkeeper Cata Coll saved spot kicks from England captain Leah Williamson and the first by Beth Mead. It was appropriate in England's memorable tournament that Mead's penalty was retaken under a brand new soccer rule that allows a second chance when a player scores by slipping and touching the ball twice. It did not matter after Hampton's saves. Arsenal attackers like scoring with perfectly placed headers from inviting crosses sent to the ideal spot. Spain took the lead Sunday with a very English goal — a full back's cross from the byline finding the head of an Arsenal player to score, on a rain-slicked field on an overcast, cloudy day. The strong Spanish flavor leading to Caldentey's opener was in the neat passing to find Athenea del Castillo in the penalty area and her vision to see Ona Battle's direct run into space. Caldentey was in the Arsenal team that won the Women's Champions League final in May beating a Barcelona side with six starters who also lined up for Spain on Sunday. Spain used three more Barcelona players as substitutes. The Arsenal forward line in that final, Russo and Kelly, combined to tie the Euro 2025 final. Kelly's right-foot cross from the left was floated toward the head of Russo who guided the ball back toward the top corner of the Spain net. England coach Sarina Wiegman has still never before been eliminated from a Women's Euros tournament. Despite how close she came three times this month. The top female national-team coach of her generation has a Euros hat trick after leading England to victory in 2022 and her native Netherlands to the 2017 title. Both those titles were won as the host nation team and no England senior team, men or women, had previously won a world or continental title abroad. Wiegman also extended the run of title-winning women coaches to eight Women's Euros editions across 28 years. Women were outnumbered by male coaches each time. There was royalty from both nations in the VIP box at St-Jakob Park including heirs to each throne. Prince William, the first son of Britain's King Charles, was with his daughter Princess Charlotte. He is president of the English Football Association. Also present were Princess Leonor of Spain and her younger sister, Infanta Sofía. At the 2023 World Cup final Sofia was at the game with her mother Queen Letizia in Sydney, Australia. Dubar writes for the Associated Press.
Scotsman
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Why is Emmerdale not on TV today? ITV change explained
Emmerdale fans face a longer wait than usual for the next trip to the Yorkshire Dales 🚨 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Emmerdale is not on the TV schedule as usual tonight. ITV has been forced into a shake-up by the 2025 Women's Euros. But when will the soap be on TV next? Emmerdale fans will have to wait a bit longer for their next trip to the famous Yorkshire Dales village. The soap has been pulled from the schedule tonight by ITV due to the Women's Euros. The long-running show - which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2022 - will not be on as usual this evening, it has been confirmed. Emmerdale has been bounced from its usual slot to accommodate England's semi-final against Italy in Switzerland. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad ITV has fortunately confirmed when the soap will be back - and it won't be an exceedingly long wait. Here's all you need to know: Why is Emmerdale not on TV today? Fred Kettle on set at Emmerdale with his co-stars. Photo: ITV If you are readying yourself to sit down with a cuppa and take your usual evening trip to the Yorkshire Dales, you might want to hold your horses. Emmerdale will not be on as usual in its Tuesday night slot tonight (July 22). The soap has been moved due to ITV having coverage of England's 2025 Women's Euros semi-final match against Italy. The broadcast is set to start at 7pm - which runs through the usual 7.30pm start time for Emmerdale. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Find out how you can watch the Euro 2025 semi-final here. See who will be leading the coverage for ITV. When will Emmerdale be on again? Fortunately fans will not be facing a particularly long wait for their next trip to the Yorkshire Dales. The second Women's Euros 2025 semi-final will take place tomorrow (July 23) but it is on BBC and not ITV. Emmerdale will be back in its regular 7.30pm slot on Wednesday evening. It will be followed by Coronation Street at 8pm. The preview for the episode, via Radio Times , reads: 'Cain is in turmoil, while John reaches out and Kim is furious.' If you love TV, check out our Screen Babble podcast to get the latest in TV and film.
