England through to Women's Euros final after beating Italy in extra time
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, JUL 22 – England scored two late goals including a penalty rebound in extra time to reach their third consecutive Euro final, showing resilience against Italy, UEFA reported.
- England reached the Euro 2025 final after a dramatic extra-time penalty shootout win over Italy in the semifinals in Geneva.
- 19-Year-Old Michelle Agyemang scored the late equalizer for England, while Chloe Kelly converted the decisive penalty in extra time.
- Italy captain Cristiana Girelli and defender Lucia Di Guglielmo were emotional after the semifinal loss, with Girelli unsure about her future with the national team.

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Geneva. At the edge of the abyss, the current champion England returned in the extension to exceed 2-1 to Italy and become the first finalist of the female Eurocup.
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