The highly anticipated UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 semi-final between England vs Italy delivered every bit of the drama fans had hoped for. From roaring comebacks to emotional celebrations, the Stade de Genève turned into a battleground of skill, passion, and unforgettable moments.
This blog breaks down the full match highlights, star performances from players like Lauren James and Cristiana Girelli, and the reactions that are flooding in from fans and media around the world.
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⚽ Final Score & Match Summary
The semi-final clash ended in England 3 – 2 Italy, with late-game drama securing the Lionesses’ spot in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Final.
🔥 Goal Scorers:
- England:
- Lauren James (29′)
- Michelle Agyemang (62′)
- Lucy Bronze (89′)
- Italy:
- Cristiana Girelli (17′)
- Giulia Dragoni (56′)
Read the official match report on UEFA.com
🌟 Star Player Performances
🏴 Lauren James – England’s Engine
Once again, Lauren James was a standout. Her sharp movements, pinpoint passing, and a stunning opener put England in control early. Her goal was one of the cleanest finishes of the tournament so far.
👉 Watch Lauren James’ full performance highlights
👉 UEFA feature: Lauren James “oozing confidence”
🇮🇹 Cristiana Girelli – Italy’s Heart & Soul
Cristiana Girelli, Italy’s captain, once again led from the front. Her 17th-minute header gave Italy a dream start. With over 120 caps and 60+ international goals, she proved why she is Italy’s icon.
👉 Read: Italy’s icon Cristiana Girelli – The Guardian
👉 Watch Girelli’s brace vs Norway
👧 Giulia Dragoni – The Teenage Star
Only 19, Giulia Dragoni has captivated the tournament with her fearless dribbling and sharp vision. Her 56th-minute goal gave Italy a brief 2–1 lead.
👉 Player profile on UEFA.com
👉 Watch Dragoni’s semi-final performance
🔄 Key Match Moments
- 17′ – Girelli strikes first with a powerful header from a Caruso corner.
- 29′ – James equalizes after slicing through Italy’s back line with a solo run.
- 56′ – Dragoni curls in a beauty, putting Italy back on top.
- 62′ – Agyemang levels it with a clinical finish from the edge of the box.
- 89′ – Lucy Bronze heads in the winner, sealing England’s comeback.
Full UEFA match timeline and stats here
📰 Media & Fan Reactions
🇬🇧 UK Press
The English media are hailing this as one of the greatest comebacks in Women’s Euro history.
👉 The Guardian’s live coverage
👉 Watch England fan reactions here
🇮🇹 Italian Coverage
Despite the heartbreak, Italian press like La Gazzetta and AS praised the Azzurre for their spirit.
👉 Read AS: “Italia enloquece con Girelli!”
📺 Watch More Women’s Euro 2025 Action:
- England vs Sweden Comeback – Highlights
- Top 5 Moments You Missed – England vs Italy
- UEFA.com – Matchday Videos
🧠 Tactical Analysis
England’s formation shift after halftime allowed Lauren James and Walsh to create overloads, forcing Italy’s midfield wide and exposing space for Agyemang.
Italy’s pressing game worked brilliantly early on, but fatigue and England’s bench strength turned the tide.
👉 Match Preview & Tactics – Goal.com
🔗 More from External Sources
- Cristiana Girelli rewrites Italian history – Olympics.com
- England Football – Match Centre
- Soncin praises Italy legends – Reuters
📌 Other Internal Highlights You’ll Love:
- England Women’s Post-Match Interviews
- UEFA Euro 2025 Full Highlights Playlist
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Where can I watch the full match highlights of England vs Italy?
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Who were the goal-scorers in the semi-final?
England: Lauren James, Michelle Agyemang, Lucy Bronze
Italy: Cristiana Girelli, Giulia Dragoni
When is the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Final?
The final will be played on Sunday, July 28, 2025, with England now confirmed as the first finalist.
🔚 Final Thoughts
England have once again shown their championship pedigree by overcoming a strong Italian side in a high-stakes semi-final. With Lauren James, Bronze, and Agyemang shining bright, and Italy’s golden generation making history, this was a match for the ages.
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