Tournament Highlights & England's Historic Achievement

England cemented their status as European powerhouses by successfully defending their UEFA Women's EURO title in Basel, with four Lionesses earning spots in the official Team of the Tournament. The selections highlight England's balanced dominance across all positions:

Caption: Hampton and Russo celebrate England's back-to-back European titles

Goalkeeping Heroics

• Hannah Hampton: Played all 540 tournament minutes
• 82% save success rate (tournament high)
• Pivotal penalty saves in final shootout vs Spain

Defensive Resilience

• Lucy Bronze: Played with fractured tibia
• 93km covered (2nd among defenders)
• Scored decisive quarterfinal penalty vs Sweden

Attacking Impact

• Chloe Kelly: 3 goals/assists despite bench role
• 87th-minute winner vs Italy (semi-final)
• Tournament-winning penalty conversion
• Alessia Russo: 4 goals, including final equalizer

Tactical Breakdown: Team of the Tournament Formation

Spain's Silver Lining: Midfield Maestros

Despite final heartbreak, Spain dominated midfield selections:

• Aitana Bonmati (Player of Tournament): 91% pass accuracy
• Alexia Putellas: 7 chances created (knockout stage)
• Patri Guijarro: 13 tackles (tournament high for midfielders)

Expert Analysis

"England's quartet perfectly represents modern tournament football," said former Lioness Fara Williams. "From Hampton's shot-stopping to Kelly's super-sub impact, they showcased multiple pathways to success."

Statistical Standouts

• 63%: England's average possession
• 18/22: Spain's midfield passing accuracy percentage
• 4.2m: Global viewership record for women's final

Data source: UEFA Technical Observer Panel