Women's football

Zlatan Ibrahimovic sent a message of support to young Sweden defender Smilla Holmberg after the 18-year-old's penalty miss handed England victory.

Alisha Lehmann thanked her home nation after Euro 2025 hosts Switzerland were knocked out of the tournament by Spain in the quarter-finals.

The Arsenal winger changed the game against Sweden, with her remarkable crosses creating both goals in an incredibly dramatic comeback

Sweden goalkeeper Jennifer Falk delivered a brutal "f*cking crap" assessment of her penalty that could have put England out of Euro 2025.

Chloe Kelly has revealed that the distraction of being "bursting for a wee" helped her to deal with the nerves of another England penalty shootout.

The reigning European champions were so close to a quarter-final exit on Thursday, until penalty shootout heroics from Hannah Hampton and Lucy Bronze

Hannah Hampton stepped into the spotlight with a heroic performance for England in their Euro 2025 quarter-final win over Sweden, saving two penalties while battling a bloody nose. The 24-year-old, who replaced Mary Earps as England's No.1, joked she's "better with one nostril" as the Lionesses edged a chaotic shootout to book a spot in the semi-finals.

Sarina Wiegman hailed Lucy Bronze and Hannah Hampton after England survived a thrilling Euro 2025 quarter-final against Sweden, winning on penalties following a dramatic comeback. The Lionesses came from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 before edging a chaotic shootout 3-2. Wiegman admitted she thought England were out "three times" during the rollercoaster clash.

England's hopes of progressing to the semi-finals of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 took a major hit after a nightmare first half saw them go two goals down to a sharp and clinical Sweden side. Supporters were left stunned as the reigning champions struggled to deal with the early intensity from the Scandinavians, who capitalised on two defensive errors from Jess Carter to establish control.

Paletta continues to break barriers, including signing with the Italian sportswear brand, all before entering high school

Beth Mead believes that England’s Euro 2025 opener defeat to France was 'the best thing that could have happened' to the Lionesses, as they prepare for a high-stakes quarter-final clash against Sweden. With momentum now on their side after back-to-back big wins, Sarina Wiegman’s team are looking to peak at just the right time as they look to defend their 2021 title.

Switzerland women's team have explained why Alisha Lehmann has been given a bodyguard ahead of their quarter-final clash with Spain at Euro 2025.

After two sensational first seasons in Europe, the Canada international has now become the first million pound player in the women's game

Switzerland star Alisha Lehmann has praised Juventus team-mate Cristiani Girelli after her matchwinning brace for Italy against Norway in the Euros.

All summer long, GOAL is handing out grades for the biggest transfers from around the women's game

Barcelona broke the world record to sign Lionesses star Keira Walsh in 2022 but that fee only ranks sixth among the greatest in the women's game now

After stealing the show during England's Euros win three years ago, the Lionesses winger is important in a different way in Switzerland

After enduring a difficult start to their Euro 2025 campaign, Sarina Wiegman's England bounced back strongly and are now preparing for a blockbuster quarter-final clash against Sweden. The Lionesses boss remains confident in her squad’s trajectory and believes the team is ready to take on the Group C winners.

The Arsenal star believes Thursday's opposition should be talked about more - and they certainly will be if they beat the holders to reach the semis

Sarina Wiegman's side may have beaten Germany in the final three years ago but they are not the front-runners in 2025

Several players are still in the running for the award as play continues at the European Championship and Africa Cup of Nations

Sunday's battering of Wales allowed the likes of Lauren James, Alessia Russo and Ella Toone to get some rest - they'll all be ready to go again

The UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 quarter-finals have set the stage for a thrilling encounter as England are set to lock horns with a formidable Sweden side on Thursday evening in Zurich. And the Lionesses, captained by Leah Williamson, know they will be facing one of the most consistent and dangerous teams in football.

Coffey is a solution-seeker who finds ways out of pressure, looks to tell a story through the way she commands the midfield

Newcastle have signed Women's Super League stalwart and 71-time England international Jordan Nobbs as they continue their bid to reach the top flight.

After emphasising their status as favourites for the title with a superb start to the tournament, Spain are the best-represented nation in GOAL's XI

England's Lionesses and world champions Spain remain in the mix for the title but the Netherlands have already gone home after a disastrous tournament

England star Alessia Russo has fond memories of facing Sweden in Euros action, with her last outing delivering a stunning backheel goal.

Sarina Wiegman's side didn't top Group D but that may well end up being a good thing, with France instead potentially meeting Spain in the semis