The England Lionesses have made it to the Euro 2025 final, but their success so far has been built on last-minute miracles rather than solid performances. As they face off against high-calibre opponents like Spain or Germany in the final, it’s clear that England cannot rely on these last-minute miracles to secure victory.
Match-winner Chloe Kelly described the team’s success as a “fantasy,” which may refer to the improbability of England winning despite their poor performances. However, Sarina Wiegman and her squad are focused on celebrating their historic final appearance and preparing for the analysis and preparation that will come after Sunday’s match.
Despite underperforming, England has crucial qualities that have helped them reach this point. There is a rare team spirit among the Lionesses, which has been rightly lauded. However, it’s clear that England needs to get real and start performing at a higher level if they want to win the Euro 2025 final.
