The Football London article Five things learned as England reach
Comebacks are a hallmark, England showed their trademark resilience, overcoming deficits (like the 2–0 Sweden match via penalties and trailing Italy) to snatch victory at the death.
Impact substitutions, Coach Sarina Wiegman’s late substitutions, particularly Michelle Agyemang and Chloe Kelly, were game-changers, rescuing England in both the quarter and semi-finals.
Penalties under pressure, England endured multiple missed spot-kicks in shootouts (nine total) but managed to stay composed when it mattered most.
Mental toughness, The squad thrives under adversity, bouncing back from early setbacks. Lucy Bronze’s physical leadership set the tone in tough matches.
Wiegman’s record-breaking consistency, With this latest win, Sarina Wiegman has become the first manager (men’s or women’s) to reach five consecutive major international finals, twice with the Netherlands and three times now with England.