Spain, Led by Caldentey, Book Clash with England

🔥 Spain Smash Germany, Caldentey’s Side Set Up Epic Euro Final vs. England!

Zurich, UEFA Euro 2025 Semi‑Final — In an electrifying showdown at Letzigrund, Mariona Caldentey’s Spain secured a dramatic 1–0 extra-time victory over Germany, booking a blockbuster rematch against England in Sunday’s final — a sequel to their 2023 World Cup showdown.

⚽ First-Half Frenzy

• Spain created early chances: Caldentey drew a save from Germany’s Ann‑Katrin Berger, followed by Irene Paredes’s header that cannoned off the post .
• Second half saw Germany pressing, with Klara Bühl and Carlotta Wamser rattling the woodwork — only for Spain’s keeper Cata Coll to stand tall with two incredible late saves.

⏱️ Extra-Time Decider & Rising Stars

• Caldentey, substituted by Athenea del Castillo, watched as Aitana Bonmatí broke the deadlock at the 113th-minute mark. She curled in a stunning strike from a tight angle after a brilliant build-up involving Rebecca Knaak.
• Spain achieved the unprecedented: their first-ever win over Germany at this stage of a major tournament.

🌟 Bonmatí & Caldentey Shine

• Bonmatí: Heartbeat of Spain — winning Player of the Match with her clutch extra-time heroics.
• Caldentey: Steely presence up front — her leadership set the stage for the final push.

🗣️ Voices From the Stadium

Aitana Bonmatí:

“Today we made history… first Women’s Euro final and beat Germany — something we had never done before.

Mariona Caldentey (BBC via Al Jazeera):

“We knew Germany would be tough—they’re dangerous. But now we’re ready for England. We feel everything is possible.”

🏆 Final Showdown Looms

• When & Where: Sunday at St. Jakob-Park, Basel — kick-off at 18:00 local.
• Why It Matters: England vs. Spain 2.0 — a chance for England to avenge their 2023 loss and for Spain to defend their world and European crowns.

🔍 Match Facts at a Glance

🎯 What’s Trending

• Spain’s Consistency: 10-match unbeaten run across major tournaments .
• England’s Kiss-up?: Lionesses powered by Chloe Kelly and Michelle Agyemang will seek redemption after their narrow World Cup loss.
• Global Hype: Fans worldwide are already labeling Sunday’s clash a football classic in the making.

🔮 Final Preview

Victorious Spain storm into the final fueled by belief — and momentum. England, the 2022 Euro holders, bring their own firepower. It’s not just a match; it’s a narrative rematch: world champs vs. Euro champs. Expect an electric atmosphere, tactical chess, and, yes, goals.