Spain booked its place in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final after edging Germany 1-0 in extra time — a historic feat for the reigning world champions.
The decisive moment came in the 113th minute, when midfielder Aitana Bonmati found a rare gap at the near post and curled in a stunning left-footed strike past German keeper Ann-Katrin Berger. Her goal sealed Spain’s first-ever appearance in a Women’s Euro final, setting the stage for a blockbuster rematch against England, who fell to Spain in the 2023 World Cup final.
Spain dominated early proceedings, nearly taking the lead via captain Irene Paredes, whose header struck the post. Germany’s tactical discipline kept the scoreboard unchanged through 90 minutes, with Klara Buehl producing a standout performance on the flanks. Her late effort nearly stole the game before Spanish keeper Cata Coll clawed away the danger.
Berger, Germany’s penalty shootout hero against France in the quarterfinals, humbly accepted blame for the match-winner. “I take the blame for that as well… the near post had to be covered,” she said post-match.
Bonmati, who overcame a meningitis scare before the tournament, called the moment “brutal and unforgettable.” Spain’s spirited display throughout the championship and its maiden victory over Germany in a major tournament marked a turning point in women’s football.
The final against England in Basel this Sunday promises fireworks, as two of the continent’s best battle not only for the trophy but for footballing supremacy, again.
