England's Lionesses through to the semi-finals of Euro 25 after penalties against Sweden

The Lionesses needed penalties to get past the in-form Swedish team

Author: Chris MaskeryPublished 17th Jul 2025
Last updated 17th Jul 2025

They needed penalties, but England's Lionesses have made it through the quarter-finals of Euro 2025, beating Sweden on penalties.

Sweden were dominant in the first half, scoring two goals but Lucy Bronze pulled a goal back in the 79th minute and Michelle Agyemang levelled just two minutes later to take the game to extra time.

It was still 2-2 after extra time taking us to a penalty shoot-out, which England eventually won 3-2.

England will face Italy in the semi-finals on Tuesday.

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