England's Euro 2025 Final Heartbreak: Player Ratings Revealed
England's Lionesses fell just short in their quest for European glory, suffering a narrow defeat to Spain in the Women's Euro 2025 final. Here's how each player performed on the biggest stage.
Goalkeepers
Hannah Hampton (8/10): Made several crucial saves to keep England in the game, including a stunning stop in the second half. Could do little about Spain's winning goal.
Defenders
Lucy Bronze (7/10): Typically energetic performance down the right flank, but struggled at times against Spain's quick wingers.
Millie Bright (6.5/10): A solid presence at the back, though occasionally caught out by Spain's intricate passing moves.
Midfielders
Keira Walsh (8.5/10): England's standout performer, controlling the tempo and breaking up Spanish attacks with her intelligent positioning.
Georgia Stanway (7/10): Worked tirelessly but found it difficult to impose herself against Spain's technically gifted midfield.
Forwards
Lauren Hemp (7.5/10): England's most dangerous attacking threat, causing constant problems with her pace and direct running.
Alessia Russo (6/10): Isolated for long periods and struggled to make an impact against Spain's well-organised defence.
Substitutes
Chloe Kelly (6.5/10): Added fresh energy when introduced but couldn't find the breakthrough England needed.
Rachel Daly (6/10): Brought physicality to the attack but lacked the service to truly threaten.
Manager
Sarina Wiegman (7/10): Got her tactics largely right but couldn't find the answer to Spain's midfield dominance in the crucial moments.
While the result will sting, England can take pride in reaching another major final under Wiegman's leadership. The Lionesses showed moments of real quality against one of the world's best teams, suggesting this young squad has more success in its future.
