Bonmati’s Extra Time Brilliance Sends Spain to UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 Final
Spain broke new ground at the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025, reaching their first-ever final in the competition with a 1-0 extra-time win over Germany. Aitana Bonmati—still recovering from viral meningitis just a month ago—delivered a moment of world-class magic in the 113th minute to settle a gritty, hard-fought match. Spain’s win also marks their first competitive victory over Germany and sets up a World Cup final rematch with England on Sunday.
Despite playing their second consecutive extra-time match, Germany looked sharp and composed throughout, frustrating Spain with disciplined defensive structure and fast counters. But fatigue finally caught up to them, and one mistake—one moment of space—was all Bonmati needed to fire Spain into the final.
The defending World Cup champions now head into Sunday’s final riding a 10-game win streak. The only team to beat them in 2025? Their next opponent—England.
UEFA Women’s Euro 2025: Semi-Finals
Germany 0 – 1 Spain (AET)
Goal: Bonmati (113’)
Match Stats:
| Germany | Spain | |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 33% | 67% |
| Shots | 15 | 22 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 9 |
| Expected Goals | 0.93 | 2.12 |
Germany Start Fast
Germany came out energized, absorbing Spain’s early possession and then breaking quickly through their pacey wingers. In just the 8th minute, Klara Bühl found herself one-on-one after a goal kick bounced through the defense, but her shot dragged wide. Hoffmann misfired another chance after Brand set her up near the penalty spot. Germany looked dangerous, but couldn’t land the final punch.
Spain Build Pressure
Spain didn’t find their rhythm until the final minutes of the first half. Gonzalez had a pair of chances, one forcing a save from Berger, the other deflecting off the post and over. Paredes hit the woodwork from a corner, and Pena nearly broke through on the left. Despite the pressure, Germany held firm, and it was scoreless at halftime.
Bühl Keeps Fighting
The second half followed a familiar pattern—Spain with the ball, Germany with the danger. Bühl had another chance on the counter in the 64th minute and again in the 85th, when her free kick nearly snuck inside the post. In stoppage time, a deflected shot forced Coll to make a stunning goal-line save. On the rebound, Wamser’s effort was also denied. The game went to extra time still scoreless.
Spain Turn Up the Tempo in Extra Time
Spain tried to use fresh legs to run at Germany’s tiring backline. Paralluelo and del Castillo both created chances but couldn’t convert. Bühl remained Germany’s outlet but over-dribbled at times and missed a chance to create a 3-on-2 opportunity.
Bonmati Wins It
With penalties looming, Bonmati found space near the endline and delivered a moment of individual brilliance. With Berger slightly off her line, Bonmati rifled a shot from an impossible angle at the near post. It ripped into the net—her first of the tournament and one of the most iconic goals in Euro history.
After overcoming a medical setback before the tournament even began, Bonmati now leads Spain into their first final with a legendary performance.
What’s Next
Spain now prepare to face England in a rematch of the 2023 World Cup Final. La Roja haven’t lost since February—and that defeat came at the hands of the Lionesses.
Next Fixture – UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 Final
England vs Spain (Sunday)
