Women's Euro 2022: A look back at England's historic win

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Author: Alex RossPublished 1st Aug 2022
Last updated 1st Aug 2022

They broke records, they defied stereotypes, and they inspired an entire nation, ladies and gentlemen... England's Lionesses! đź‘Ź

Doing us all proud during the UEFA Women's Euro 2022, Sarina Wiegman's squad topped Group A after winning all of their games, before beating Spain in the Quarter-Final, Sweden in the Semi-Final, and then the big one, Germany in the Final.

As the Lionesses' celebrations continue as European Champions, here's a look back at their record-breaking journey throughout the Euros 2022.

Did England Women win the Euros?

They certainly did! England beat Germany 2-1 after Extra Time during the Euro 2022 final at Wembley, on Sunday 31st July 2022.

The historic victory was the first time since 1966 that an England Football team have won a major tournament.

Who do England Women play in the final of the Euros?

After their empathic win against Sweden in the Semi-Final, England took on the mighty Germany in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 Final.

When was the Women's Euro 2022 final?

The final took place at Wembley Stadium on Sunday 31st July.

The game broke attendance for any Euro Final, with 87,192 people in attendance.

England Women's route to the Euro 2022 final:

As hosts, England Women kicked off the Euros on Wednesday 6th July, going on to play and win three group stage games against Austria, Norway and Northern Ireland.

The Lionesses then played Spain in the Quarter Final on Wednesday 20th July.

England then took on Sweden in the Semi-Final on Tuesday 26th July.

England went on to beat Germany in the Final on Sunday 31st July, winning 2-1 after Extra Time.

Who was in England's group at the Women's Euros?

England were been placed in Group A alongside Austria, Norway and Northern Ireland.

After winning all three games, England topped the group.

Who did England Women play in the Quarter Final of the Euros?

England played tournament favourites Spain in the Quarter Final, winning the game 2-1 after Extra Time.

Who did England Women play in the Semi Final of the Euros?

After Sweden scored a last-minute winner against Belgium in the Quarter Final, England took on Sweden in the Semi Final, hammering them 4-0.

England Women scores in the Euros:

Wednesday 6th July: England 1-0 Austria.

Goalscorer: Beth Mead

Monday 11th July: England 8-0 Norway.

Goalscorers: Beth Mead (3), Ellen White (2), Georgia Stanway (1), Lauren Hemp (1), Alessia Russo (1).

Friday 15th July: England 5-0 Northern Ireland.

Goalscorers: Alessia Russo (2), Fran Kirby (1), Beth Mead (1), Own Goal (1).

Wednesday 20th July: England 2-1 Spain (AET).

Goalscorers: Ella Toone (1), Georgia Stanway (1).

Tuesday 26th July: England 4-0 Sweden

Goalscorers: Beth Mead (1), Lucy Bronze (1), Alessia Russo (1), Fran Kirby (1).

Sunday 31st July: England 2-1 Germany

Goalscorers: Ella Toone (1), Chloe Kelly (1)

Who was in the England Women's squad for the Euros?

England Women's manager Sarina Wiegman chose her 23-woman squad in June, made up of three goalkeepers, seven defenders, six midfielders, and seven forward players.

The ladies went on to make history.

GOALKEEPER: Mary Earps

Age: 29
Club: Manchester United

GOALKEEPER: Hannah Hampton

Age: 21
Club: Aston Villa

GOALKEEPER: Ellie Roebuck

Age: 22
Club: Manchester City

DEFENDER: Millie Bright

Age: 28
Club: Chelsea

DEFENDER: Lucy Bronze

Age: 30
Club: Barcelona

DEFENDER: Jess Carter

Age: 24
Club: Chelsea

DEFENDER: Rachel Daly

Age: 30
Club: Houston Dash

DEFENDER: Alex Greenwood

Age: 28
Club: Manchester City

DEFENDER: Demi Stokes

Age: 30
Club: Manchester City

DEFENDER: Lotte Wubben-Moy

Age: 23
Club: Arsenal

MIDFIELD: Fran Kirby

Age: 28
Club: Chelsea

MIDFIELD: Jill Scott

Age: 35
Club: Manchester City

MIDFIELD: Ella Toone

Age: 22
Club: Manchester United

MIDFIELD: Keira Walsh

Age: 25
Club: Manchester City

MIDFIELD: Leah Williamson

Age: 25
Club: Arsenal

MIDFIELD: Georgia Stanway

Age: 23
Club: Bayern Munich

FORWARD: Beth Mead

Age: 27
Club: Arsenal

FORWARD: Bethany England

Age: 28
Club: Chelsea

FORWARD: Lauren Hemp

Age: 21
Club: Manchester City

FORWARD: Nikita Parris

Age: 28
Club: Arsenal

FORWARD: Alessia Russo

Age: 23
Club: Manchester United

FORWARD: Chloe Kelly

Age: 24
Club: Manchester City

FORWARD: Ellen White

Age: 33
Club: Manchester City

Who won the Golden Boot at the Women's Euros?

Despite England's Beth Mead and Germany's Alexandra Popp both scoring six goals throughout the tournament, it was the England player who won the Golden Boot, due to her having more assists.

Who won Player of the Tournament at the Women's Euros?

As well as picking up the Golden Boot award, England's Beth Mead was crowned the Player of the Tournament.

When did the Women's Euros start?

The hugely-antipcated Women's European Championships kicked off on Wednesday 6th July 2022, with the tournament running through until Sunday 31st July 2022.

Where was the Women's Euros hosted?

In 2022, the Women's Euros was hosted across venues in England, with the final taking place at Wembley Stadium in London.

Venues include:

Brighton & Hove

Brighton & Hove Community Stadium

London

Wembley Stadium

Brentford Community Stadium

Manchester

Old Trafford

Manchester City Academy Stadium

Milton Keynes

Stadium MK

Rotherham

The New York Stadium

Sheffield

Bramall Lane

Southampton

St. Mary’s Stadium

Wigan & Leigh

Leigh Sports Village

Who is the England Women's captain?

Arsenal Ladies player Leah Williamson is the current England Women's captain.

25-year-old Leah was standing in as captain for injured player Steph Houghton, and it was announced in April this year that she had been appointed captain for the Women's Euro 2022.

Speaking at the time, Leah said: "This is an incredibly proud moment for me and my family and I am honoured to be asked to lead us at the Euros.

"Steph Houghton is one of this country's all-time greats and to follow in her footsteps - and all of those special names who have led the team in the past - means so much."

Who is the England Women's manager?

Former Dutch player Sarina Wiegman is the current manager of England Women.

The 52-year-old, who gained an impressive 104 caps for her country during her playing days, took over from former manager Phil Neville in September 2021.

The 2022 Euros was Wiegman's first major tournament in charge of England Women, with the former Netherlands coach signing a four-year contract, which will see her manage the team at the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2023, and the UEFA Women’s EURO in 2025.

What is the England Women's kit for Euro 2022?

The FA launched the brand new England Home and Away kit in mid-May ahead of the Women's Euro 2022 tournament.

Created by Nike, the Home jersey is the first in three years for the ladies squad, and is an all-white kit complete with angular lines of cut diamonds.

The Away jersey is equally as stylish, yet very bright. According to The FA, the crimson shirt and shorts were formed to pay tribute to all of the former players who have contributed to making women’s football what it is today.

Both kits are available to buy now.

Women's Euro 2022 format:

The Women's Euro 2022 was made up of 16 teams.

Earlier this year, the 16 qualified teams were drawn into four groups of four. The top two in each group progressed to the knockout phase, which is made up of Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals, and the big Final.

Which teams took part in the Women's Euro 2022?

Group A: England, Austria, Norway, Northern Ireland

Group B: Germany, Denmark, Spain, Finland

Group C: Netherlands, Sweden, Portugal, Switzerland

Group D: France, Italy, Belgium, Iceland

We are so proud, a massive congratulations to the Lionesses! đź‘Źđź‘Źđź‘Ź

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