Germany vs Spain: La Furia Roja Gets to Final Against England!

Liputan6.com, Jakarta The UEFA Women's EURO 2025 semifinal match between Germany and Spain on July 23, 2025, at the Letzigrund Stadium in Zurich, Switzerland, ended with a narrow 1-0 victory for Spain.

This result secured La Roja's place in the final of the prestigious tournament.

It was a historic victory for Spain.

The only goal, scored in extra time by Spain's star midfielder, Aitana Bonmatí, in the 113th minute.

This victory not only advanced Spain to the final but also marked the first time they had defeated Germany in nine previous meetings.

This fierce duel between two giants of women's football provided drama and tension until the final minutes.

Spain will face England in the final, a repeat of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup final, won by Spain.

Spain dominated possession throughout the 120 minutes, showcasing their trademark style of play, which relies on short passes and movement off the ball.

However, Germany's solid defense and a brilliant performance by goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger kept many attacks at bay.

Berger was the hero for Germany, making several crucial saves that kept their goal clean throughout regulation time.

One of Spain's best chances in regulation time came from Irene Paredes, whose shot hit the post, adding to the tension.

The score remained 0-0 until the final whistle, forcing extra time.

This is where the crucial moment came, when Aitana Bonmatí unleashed a powerful, curling shot from a tight angle that Berger couldn't reach.

Bonmatí's goal in the 113th minute proved the difference, sealing Spain's victory and ending Germany's fierce resistance.

This victory demonstrated Spain's mental toughness against an opponent who has historically challenged them.

Prior to the EURO 2025 semifinals, the head-to-head record between Germany and Spain showed German dominance.

Spain had never beaten Germany in their previous nine meetings, with five losses and three draws.

Germany itself is one of the greatest powers in women's football history, with two World Cup titles (2003, 2007) and eight European Championship titles.

They hold the record for the most EURO titles, including six consecutive titles between 1995 and 2013.

However, Spain has shown rapid improvement in recent years, becoming the defending champions of the FIFA Women's World Cup (2023) and the UEFA Women's Nations League (2024).

This demonstrates a shift in power in global women's football.

The two teams also met in the bronze medal match at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where Germany again won 1-0.

Spain's victory in the EURO 2025 semifinals is a significant sign that they are now capable of overcoming historical obstacles against a team as strong as Germany.

With a historic victory over Germany, Spain now prepares for their next challenge in the UEFA Women's EURO 2025 final.

Their opponents will be the reigning European champions, England, who have already advanced to the final.

This highly anticipated final is scheduled for Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Basel.

This venue will be a rematch of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup final.

In the 2023 Women's World Cup final in Sydney, Spain narrowly defeated England 1-0, claiming their first world title.

This rematch in the EURO final promises to be an equally fierce and prestigious duel.

Both teams will be fighting hard for European silverware, with Spain aiming to add to their trophy haul following their success in the World Cup and UEFA Women's Nations League.

England, on the other hand, will be looking to avenge their defeat in the previous World Cup final.