The England women's national team has won the European Championship gold medal for the second time in history. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
They defeated Spain in the final match in a penalty shootout. The regular time ended with a score of 1:1.
Despite the England team having the advantage at the beginning of the first half, Spain scored in the 25th minute. Following a counterattack, Marianna Kaldentei directed the ball into the top corner with a precise header.
Additionally, England player Lauren James was injured. Chloe Kelly, who came on for Lauren James, benefited the team in the second half.
Using her assist, Alessia Russo scored with a header to equalize the score. After conceding the goal, the Spain team struggled to recover for a long time, but they managed to attack.
However, the England goalkeeper prevented another goal with her high skill. There were few significant situations during extra time, and the match was decided by penalties.
This was the first occurrence since 1984. The England goalkeeper saved two penalty shots, while the Spain goalkeeper saved one.
Another Spanish player sent the ball over the goal. As a result of the penalties, England won 3:1, defending their current championship title.
They also avenged the Spanish team, who had defeated them in the final of the last World Cup. The Spain team was deprived of the opportunity to become the best team in Europe for the first time in history.
