ESPNJul 28, 2025, 01:13 PM ET
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EnglandandSpaindominated UEFA’s team of the tournament following the Lionesses’ triumph overLa Rojain a tense penalty shooutout in the final on Sunday.
Chloe Kelly’s spot-kick clinched the tournament for Sarina Wiegman’s team and ensured England retained the European crown they won for the first time in 2022.
The XI, chosen by UEFA’s technical observer group, recognised the standout players during the tournament inSwitzerland.
Hannah Hamptonwas named in goal following her shootout heroics andLucy Bronze, who revealed after the final that she had beenplaying with a broken tibiathroughout England’s campaign, was picked at full-back.
Kelly’s penchant for delivering decisive moments for her country saw her named in attack, whileAlessia Russowas selected up front over Spain’s Golden Boot winnerEsther González.
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Elsewhere, reining Ballon d’Or holderAitana Bonmatí, who was named player of the tournament, featured in an all-Spanish midfield alongsidePatri GuijarroandAlexia Putellas.
Germany’sJule Brand, who scored two goals and provided two assists for the semifinalists, was also included among the forwards.
Goalkeeper:Hannah Hampton (England).
Defenders:Lucy Bronze (England),Irene Paredes(Spain),Elena Linari(Italy),Franziska Kett(Germany).
Midfielders:Patri Guijarro (Spain), Aitana Bonmatí (Spain), Alexia Putellas (Spain)
Source: Espnsoccer
