England Stages Dramatic Comeback To Beat Sweden In Penalties
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England, Leah Williamson and Euro 2025
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The penalty shootout between England and Sweden at Euro 2025 will go down as one of the most dramatic in football history - but it was not an outlier at the tournament. BBC Sport investigates why spot-kicks are being missed.
An incredible nine penalties were missed in England’s quarter-final shoot-out with Sweden. Some were saved, while some missed the target completely.
She reflected on triumphs past, hope of glory in the future but also the size of the task facing England right now. The teams have played each other twice since, both matches ending in draws with Sweden the unluckier.
Sweden captain Kosovare Asllani says they "don't fear" England as the teams prepare to meet in the Euro 2025 quarter-finals on Thursday.