Aitana Bonmatí’s extra-time winner sent Spain into the UEFA Women’s Euros 2025 final, edging past Germany 1-0 in Zurich on Wednesday night. In front of an electric crowd at Stadion Letzigrund, the reigning world champions found a way through a resolute German defence – setting up a blockbuster final against England.
Germany frustrated Spain through much of normal time, matching them tactically and offering few clear chances. Keeper Ann‑Katrin Berger produced several vital stops to keep the game level deep into extra time. Spain enjoyed heavy possession, completing over 600 passes to Germany’s 257, yet Germany stayed compact and disciplined.
On 113 minutes, Bonmatí ended the stalemate. Athenea del Castillo slid a precise pass into space on the edge of the German box. Bonmatí executed a sublime one-touch spin and rifled a low shot into the near post from a seemingly impossible angle, catching Berger off guard to claim a moment of pure Bonmagic.
Spain’s victory extends their ten-match unbeaten streak and sets up a rematch of the 2023 World Cup final.
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Spain now meet England in Basel on July 27. It promises tactical intrigue — a summit clash of two contrasting styles.
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