Spain beat Germany to set up Euro 2025 final against England
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Bonmati's extra-time strike sends Spain to their first Women’s Euro final.
Spain Stuns Germany to Reach Euro 2025 Final Against England
Bonmati’s extra-time brilliance books Spain’s place in a historic rematch
A Historic Victory for Spain
Spain’s women’s national team secured a thrilling 1-0 victory over Germany in the Euro 2025 semi-final, thanks to a dazzling extra-time goal by two-time Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmati. The win sends La Roja to their first-ever Women’s Euro final, where they will face England in a highly anticipated rematch of the 2023 World Cup final.
The Match Breakdown
After a tense goalless 90 minutes, Bonmati stepped up in the 113th minute, turning sharply before slotting a low strike past German goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger. Germany fought back fiercely in the closing moments, but Spanish keeper Cata Coll made a spectacular diving save to deny Lea Schuller and preserve the lead.
Neither side could break the deadlock in regulation time, despite several chances. Berger made key saves, and the post also denied Spain, while Germany’s Klara Buhl and Giovanna Hoffmann squandered key opportunities in the first half.
Dominance and Resilience
Spain controlled 66.9% of possession throughout the match but struggled to convert chances due to Germany’s defensive discipline. Despite having endured over 100 minutes with 10 players in their quarter-final against France, Germany’s backline remained formidable.
Germany nearly snatched a winner in regular time when Buhl’s deflected effort threatened to loop over Coll, who reacted quickly to push it away before also stopping Carlotta Wamser’s rebound.
In extra time, it was Bonmati who made the difference, delivering a moment of brilliance that Germany couldn’t recover from.
Spain’s Road to the Final
Spain’s path to the final had been dominant. They breezed through the group stage with a combined score of 14-3, then defeated Switzerland 2-0 in the quarter-finals.
However, facing eight-time champions Germany proved far more challenging. Christian Wuck’s side had shown remarkable resilience, especially in their dramatic quarter-final win against France that involved a penalty shootout and a red card for Kathrin Hendrich.
Still, Germany’s run ended here, as Bonmati’s winner shattered their hopes of another title.
Key Players Who Made the Difference
Head coach Montse Tomé’s decision to bring on substitutes Salma Paralluelo and Athenea del Castillo gave Spain the attacking spark they needed. Paralluelo consistently found herself in dangerous positions, although she struggled to finish.
For Germany, Klara Buhl impressed on both ends of the pitch, threatening on the counterattack and diligently tracking back to neutralize Spain’s wingers, Claudia Pina and Olga Carmona.
Remarkable Stats from the Match
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This was Spain’s first ever victory over Germany in women’s football, having previously recorded five losses and three draws in eight meetings.
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Germany lost a Women’s Euro semi-final for the first time since 1993, ending a streak of seven straight wins at this stage.
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Ann-Katrin Berger now holds the record for the most saves at Euro 2025 with 23 stops.
What’s Next for Spain and Germany?
Spain will face England in Sunday’s final at St Jakob-Park in Basel (17:00 BST), in a rematch of the 2023 World Cup final which they won 1-0.
Germany, on the other hand, will turn their attention to the UEFA Nations League in October, where they are set to play France in a two legged semi-final.
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