England Lionesses Retain Euros Title with King, Royals Praising Victory

The England Lionesses successfully retained their European Championship title with a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Spain, marking the first England team to win a major trophy away from home. King Charles praised the team for their resilience and teamwork, expressing the royal family's warmest admiration and encouraging them to aim for the 2027 World Cup. Prince William and Princess Charlotte, who watched the match in Basel, shared their pride on social media, celebrating the team's historic achievement. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, also present at the match, lauded the Lionesses as 'history makers' who united the nation with pride and joy. An open-top bus tour and a celebration outside Buckingham Palace are planned to honor the team's accomplishment. Key players like Alessia Russo and goalkeeper Hannah Hampton were instrumental in the victory, with Chloe Kelly scoring the winning penalty, while the Prince of Wales personally congratulated young player Michelle Agyemang for her standout performances.