England Advances Euro 2025 Semi-Finals After Penalty Shootout Win Over Sweden

England staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Sweden 3-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in the Euro 2025 quarter-finals, showcasing resilience and tactical brilliance under coach Sarina Wiegman. Despite trailing 2-0 at halftime, England’s substitutions, particularly the introduction of Chloe Kelly, ignited a late rally with Lucy Bronze and Michelle Agyemang scoring within minutes to level the match. The penalty shootout was one of the most chaotic in football history, marked by numerous misses, but Bronze’s decisive sudden-death penalty sealed England’s progression to the semi-finals against Italy. The match highlighted England’s mental toughness and unity, with Bronze playing through pain and captain Leah Williamson’s injury raising concerns. Analysts emphasize that the victory was not just about individual heroics but a collective effort spurred by strategic adjustments and strong leadership. England now prepares for their semi-final clash, continuing a decade-long streak of reaching this stage in major international tournaments.