Italy coach Andrea Soncin found solace in heartbreak after his side came within one minute of reaching the Euro 2025 final, saying it was an encouraging sign that they came so close before losing 2-1 to England in extra time on Tuesday.

England target their second consecutive trip to the Women's Euro final, while Italy aim to reach the final for the first time since 1997

After barely surviving against Sweden, England head into the Euro 2025 semi-final against Italy as overwhelming favourites.