England's Lionesses defended their European crown with a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Spain in Basel on Sunday night. Chloe Kelly scored the winning spot-kick after Hannah Hampton's crucial saves, securing a 2-1 win in the final. The triumph avenged their 2023 World Cup final defeat to the same opponents.
Captain Leah Williamson, who missed the 2023 World Cup due to an ACL injury, has been a key figure both on and off the pitch. The Arsenal defender, 28, has advocated for equal PE access for children and recently met Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Williamson, who came out as bisexual in 2022, is reportedly in a relationship with former Miss USA model Elle Smith. The couple enjoyed a pre-tournament break in Majorca last month.
Manchester City forward Lauren Hemp, 24, has started every match at Euro 2025 and scored in the group stage. Since 2023, she has been in a relationship with Sheffield United footballer Ashley Hodson. Hemp, a self-proclaimed Lego fanatic, received an MBE last year for services to football.
Alessia Russo, 26, scored the equaliser in the final and was named Player of the Match. The Arsenal striker, known for her audacious back-heel goal in Euro 2022, remains private about her love life. She co-hosts a BBC podcast with teammate Ella Toone and was crowned FWA Women's Footballer of the Year in May.
