Spain’s women’s national team secured their place in the UEFA Women’s Euro final with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Germany, thanks to a stunning goal by Aitana Bonmatí in the 113th minute of extra time. This hard-fought win in Zurich sets up a highly anticipated rematch against England, echoing the final of the 2023 World Cup.
Germany proved to be a tough opponent, disrupting Spain’s rhythm with a physical style of play that forced the match into extra time. Despite Spain’s technical superiority and multiple attempts to breach the German defense, it was Bonmatí’s decisive strike that broke the deadlock, sending Spain to their first-ever European Championship final.
Throughout the match, Spain dominated possession and created several scoring opportunities. Esther González came close in the first half with a well-executed volley, only to be denied by a superb save from German goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger. As the match wore on, both teams showed signs of fatigue, but it was Spain who managed to find the breakthrough.
Germany’s best chance came late in regulation time, with Bühl’s shot deflecting off a defender, forcing Spanish goalkeeper Cata Coll to make a crucial save. In the closing stages of extra time, Germany pressed forward, nearly equalizing with a long-range effort from Schuller, but Coll was again up to the task, securing Spain’s narrow lead.
The victory means Spain will face England in the final on Sunday, July 27th, at 18:00 local time in Basel’s St. Jakob-Park. This match promises to be a thrilling encounter between the reigning World Cup champions and the current European titleholders, with Spain eager to add the Euro trophy to their collection.