The Lionesses returned to England after successfully defending their European title with a thrilling win over Spain in Switzerland. Sky Sports' Laura Hunter considers the impact the win could have on the reputation and status of women's football in the country.
Image: England's legacy will continue to be enriched for the next generation of young footballers.
It seems like only a short time ago that Chloe Kelly was causing a stir at Wembley Stadium as England won Euro 2022, and here she is again, three years later, sparking genuine joy among the nation once again.
Her four goals at Euro 2025, each as significant as the last, will go down in the annals of history. England's achievement as a whole will be remembered as the greatest comeback. It embodies everything it means to be proud to be English.
As Kelly herself noted: “We are English, we will never be betrayed.”
What once seemed like an unattainable dream has now become a significant legacy, helping to boost women’s football in the country. The promotional material for this summer’s European Championships in Switzerland used the term “summit,” a deliberate nod to the mountainous setting in which the tournament was held.
Pictured: Chloe Kelly epitomised England's relentless determination to win Euro 2025 as she came on as a substitute to turn the game around.
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But in reality, the word “summit” in England means much more than just the beauty of the Swiss Alps. It represents an unwavering desire to win, no matter the odds. Accepting challenges as a normal, permanent, even desirable way to succeed.
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England's Lionesses return to Southend Airport after beating Spain in the 2025 European Women's Championship final in Basel.
This team is more than just European champions. They have become a mass movement and created a dynasty that will make future generations of boys and girls remember this moment as an inspiration. This moment ignited the spark of their own dreams.
So, after another significant achievement – the first England team to achieve success on foreign soil – Sky Sports assesses the impact the two-time European champions have had and will continue to have on the development of women's football as it exists today.
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“Everyone is watching the Lionesses”
There is no doubt that women's football is experiencing a surge in interest and recognition following England's triumph at Euro 2022, with many people of all ages keen to be part of the spectacle.
As a result, the 'All Eyes on the Lionesses' T-shirt is now part of Nike's official merchandise line. Euro 2022 has been a huge success not only for England but for English sporting culture as a whole.
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