It is as if the clocks have suddenly reversed to the August 20, 2023, as Spain and England prepare to face each other as finalists once more — not for the World Cup this time, but to be crowned champions of Europe.
Having lost 1-0 in the final two years ago, the Lionesses have everything to prove in Basel this Sunday, as they have the opportunity to get revenge but also to claim back-to-back Women's Euros titles.
However, they will need to put on a performance unlike one seen so far at Euro 2025, as the Spanish have delivered a flawless campaign, winning all of their matches and leaving a trail of hugely impressive stats in their wake, scoring more goals and conceding fewer than any other nation.
Still, Spain will have to continue to produce their A game on the pitch as they face the reigning champions — a team competing in their third consecutive major final — and attempt to win this trophy for the first time.
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England vs. Spain lineups, team news
England have had an undeniably incredible but nail-biting journey in the competition, kicking it off with a 2-1 defeat to France before storming through their other group matches, culminating in a 6-1 thrashing of Wales.
In the knockouts, they have played it right to the very last second, winning their quarterfinals against Sweden via a penalty shootout and defeating Italy 2-1 in extra time in the semis after Michelle Agyemang scored the equalizer in the 96th minute.
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Despite being a mixed campaign, the Lionesses have shown their ferocity and determination again and again, as well as the power of their squad. Nineteen-year-old Agyemang has turned heads as a force that has consistently turned the tide for England, scoring crucial goals in the knockout stage. Chloe Kelly, another of Sarina Wiegman's supersubs, scored the latest goal in a women's Euros match with her winner against Italy, and the pair have proved how efficiently England can turn things around on the pitch.
Nevertheless, both Kelly and Agyemang remain among the substitutes, with Jess Carter replacing Esme Morgan in the back four the only change from the semifinal win over Italy. It means Alex Greenwood will revert to centre-back alongside captain Leah Williamson.
Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton has also consistently impressed throughout the competition as Mary Earps' successor and is sure to be put to the test on Sunday given Spain's attacking prowess.
England predicted lineup (4-2-3-1, right to left): Hampton (GK) — Bronze, Williamson, Greenwood, Carter — Stanway, Walsh— James, Toone Hemp — Russo
Full England squad
Goalkeepers: Hannah Hampton, Khiara Keating, Anna Moorhouse
Defenders: Lucy Bronze, Jess Carter, Niamh Charles, Alex Greenwood, Maya Le Tissier, Esme Morgan, Leah Williamson, Lotte Wubben-Moy
Midfielders: Grace Clinton, Jess Park, Georgia Stanway, Ella Toone, Keira Walsh
Forwards: Michelle Agyemang, Aggie Beever-Jones, Lauren Hemp, Lauren James, Chloe Kelly, Beth Mead, Alessia Russo
World champions Spain have been moving from strength to strength in recent years, and their progress in the Euros has been no exception. Having won all of their matches, their lethal attack and technical quality has meant they have asserted their dominance throughout.
Their star-studded squad includes the sport's golden girl, two-time Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmati and the legendary Barcelona midfielder Alexia Putellas, who is widely regarded as one of the best women's footballers ever.
Head coach Montse Tome makes two changes from the team that started the semifinal against Germany. Laia Aleixandri is back from suspension and replaces Maria Mendez at centre-back. Athenea del Castillo is preferred to Claudia Pina in attack.
Spain (4-2-3-1, right to left): Cata Coll (GK) — Batlle, Paredes, Aleixandri, Olga — Bonmati, Patri, Putellas — Caldentey, Castillo, Esther Gonzalez
Full Spain squad
Goalkeepers: Esther Sullastre, Cata Coll, Adriana Nanclares
Defenders: Laia Aleixandri, Ona Battle, Olga Carmona, Jana Fernandez, Maria Mendez, Leila Ouahabi, Irene Paredes
Midfielders: Aitana Bonmati, Patricia Guijarro, Vicky Lopez, Alexia Putellas, Maite Zubieta,
Attackers: Mariona Caldentey, Athenea del Castillo, Lucia Garcia, Esther Gonzalez, Cristina Martin-Prieto, Salma Paralluelo, Claudia Pina, Alba Redondo
England vs. Spain score prediction
Spain have been a dominant force in the competition, not letting any opponents get in the way of their fight to lift the Euros trophy for long. However, the Lionesses have proved again and again that their performance can never be predicted, and will be fueled by the extra fire of wanting to protect their title and avenge their World Cup final defeat two years ago. But will that be enough against the clinical precision of the Spanish side?
Score prediction: Spain 2-1 England
How to watch Spain vs England: Live stream, TV channel
Here is how to watch the match in some of the world's major territories:
| Region | TV | Streaming |
| USA | FOX | Fubo, ViX, FOX Sports app |
| Canada | TSN1, TSN4 | TSN+ |
| Australia | Stan Sport | |
| India | FanCode, tabii |