In one of the most inspiring stories of the year, England’s Lionesses have successfully defended their UEFA Women’s Euro title, defeating Spain in a dramatic penalty shootout. The final, held in Basel, ended 1–1 after extra time, with Chloe Kelly scoring the decisive penalty and Hannah Hampton making crucial saves.
The historic win makes the Lionesses the first England team to defend a European title and win a major tournament on foreign soil. Their journey has drawn praise not only for their footballing prowess but also for their unity, resilience, and leadership both on and off the pitch.
To mark the achievement, over 65,000 fans gathered in London for a triumphant victory parade on July 29. The celebrations saw players take to an open-top bus along The Mall, greeted by roaring fans waving flags and chanting songs of glory.
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