There were tears, distress and disbelief for Italy's players after a 2-1 loss to England after extra time in the Women’s European Championship semifinals.

The UEFA Women's Euro 2025 has four teams remaining, and two of them are England and Italy. Italy defeated Norway 2-1 after a last-minute winner scored by Cristiana Girelli, who scored both goals for the Italians.

Defending champions England have advanced to the final of Euro 2025 with a dramatic 2-1 victory against Italy in extra time in Geneva. Substitute Chloe Kelly scored the winning goal in the 119th minute, setting a record for the latest goal in the history of the tournament as she slotted home her own rebound after her penalty was saved.

England will play their third consecutive major tournament final on Sunday when they take on either Germany or Spain in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 decider, having left it late to edge past Italy on

SportsLine's Jon Eimer reveals his picks for the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 semifinal match featuring Italy and England

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.

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