Thousands of jubilant fans cheered on the Lionesses as they celebrated their historic Euro 2025 win against Spain with a trophy parade and celebration through central London.
Decked in England flags and Union Jacks, the team travelled along The Mall on two double-decker open-top buses towards Buckingham Palace as the crowds sang ‘It’s coming home’ and blasted ‘Sweet Caroline’.
An emotional captain Leah Williamson lifted the silver trophy from the top deck of one bus to raucous applause, while Lioness Alessia Russo said she was “on cloud nine” and described the celebrations as “a bit surreal”.
Taking to the stage, England hero Chloe Kelly thanked the crowds and the “incredible” team, while manager and three-time Women’s Euros winner Sarina Wiegman was surprised onstage by her favourite artist Burna Boy.
A staged ceremony outside the Queen Victoria Memorial came to an end with red flares, fireworks and the team taking to the front to dance with the crowds.
England defeated Spain in dramatic fashion after Kelly’s winning penalty made them the first England team in history to defend a major tournament title.
The squad were immediately taken to Downing Street, where St George's flags fluttered from the windows and railings, for a reception with deputy prime minister Angela Rayner in the garden of No 10.
Follow below for live updates from England’s Euro 2025 trophy parade:
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- In pictures: Lionesses greet jubilant crowds in victory parade
- 'I've never seen anything like it'; Alessia Russio celebrates along The Mall
- Captain Leah Williamson seen lifting trophy to cheers of the crowd
- Supporters travel from across the UK to cheer on Lionesses
- Government minister Lisa Nandy says Lionesses have helped "change society"
Lionesses could be in line for a royal celebration at Buckingham Palace
16:40 , Holly EvansRoyal celebrations could continue for the team as plans for a reception at either Buckingham Palace or Windsor Castle in the autumn are being explored by royal aides, it is understood.
The King also congratulated the European champions on Monday, saying in a statement posted on X: “You have shown through your example over past weeks that there are no setbacks so tough that defeat cannot be transformed into victory, even as the final whistle looms.
“Well done, Lionesses.”
Leah Williamson reveals which Lioness goes hardest on a victory night out
16:14 , Holly EvansEngland captain Leah Williamson has said her fellow Lioness Chloe Kelly is the player to watch when the team embark on a post-victory night out.
The England team celebrated in Switzerland on Sunday night (27 July) after defeating Spain in penalties to defend their European crown, having won the Euros in 2022.
As captain, Williamson, 28, made history as the first player to lift two trophies with England. Meanwhile, Kelly’s confident spot kick evaded Spain’s keeper Cata Coll to secure England’s win.
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Leah Williamson reveals which Lioness goes hardest on a victory night out
Chloe Kelly apologises for swearing in victory ceremony
15:47 , Holly EvansChloe Kelly has jokingly apologised no social media for dropping the “F bomb” during Tuesday’s parade.
The England forward, who scored the winning penalty against Spain, said: “Oops. Emotions got the better of me. Sorry for the F bomb. Love CK x”.
— Chloe (@chloekelly) July 29, 2025
Lionesses share video onboard parade bus
15:17 , Holly EvansThe Lionesses have shared a video to their official social media of the England players reacting to the crowds while travelling down The Mall towards Buckingham Palace.
An absolute dream 😍🔥 pic.twitter.com/nYhN3wNLH7
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 29, 2025
Best pictures from the parade
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Watch: England manager Sarina Wiegman sings and dances with Burna Boy at Euro 2025 victory parade
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Sarina Wiegman dances with Burna Boy at Euro 2025 victory parade
Lionesses say 65,000 people attend victory parade celebrations
14:35 , Tara CobhamThe Lionesses are saying 65,000 people attended their victory parade celebrations in central London today.
In a post on X, the England team said: “Sixty. Five. Thousand.
“Thank you to every single person who came out to support our back-to-back European champions!”
Sixty. Five. Thousand.
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 29, 2025
Thank you to every single person who came out to support our back-to-back European champions! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/dDH9ktYpHk
Princess Beatrice and children join crowds for Lionesses’ football victory parade
14:18 , Tara CobhamPrincess Beatrice and her family joined crowds of thousands watching the England women’s football team’s victory parade in central London.
The princess, her husband Edoardo Mozzi and their children Sienna, Athena and Christopher, were among crowds lining The Mall near Buckingham Palace to celebrate the team winning Euro 2025.
The King’s niece, who is the daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, unofficially represented the royal family at the parade following England’s win over Spain in the women’s European Championship.
Jane Dalton reports:
Princess Beatrice and children join crowds for Lionesses’ football victory parade
Why the true potential of the Lionesses’ legacy goes further than you think
14:07 , Holly EvansIn the most demanding moments of the Euro 2025 final, when the England players had to go to the depths of their will, they also felt something different. They didn’t endure the same tension as in previous games, or even the same doubt.
It was a common sentiment, from substitute Niamh Charles to Sarina Wiegman. Charles insisted there wasn’t a single moment when she thought England would lose to Spain. Wiegman, even more strikingly, admitted that marked a change from the quarter-final and semi-final.
“To be honest, I didn’t have that. I had a couple of times in the Sweden game and the Italy game and I thought: ‘We might be going home tomorrow.’” They of course went home on Monday anyway, but with the trophy itself.
Read the full analysis from Miguel Delaney here:
Why the true potential of the Lionesses’ legacy goes further than you think
England's celebrations go bigger and better
14:04 , Jamie Braidwood at The Mall, LondonThis is what the Lionesses mean when they talk about making “history with every step”. If Euro 2022 was a fairytale, the celebrations for winning Euro 2025 were bigger and better, with an estimated crowd of 65,000 lining The Mall for England’s coming home party.
From Leah Williamson’s tears, Sarina Wiegman dancing and rapping with Burna Boy and Heather Small performing ‘Proud’ - England’s pre-match anthem during the tournament - this is a team that knows how to make change happen. It was an iconic afternoon in front of Buckingham Palace.
Women and girls to get grassroots football pitch access boost after England win
13:52 , Holly EvansPriority access to grassroots football pitches for girls and women is set to be more than doubled under plans announced by the Government following on from England’s success at Euro 2025.
As part of its ‘Plan for Change’, prime time slots dedicated to women’s and girls’ teams at Government-funded facilities across England will be increased over the next five years to meet the expected increased demand resulting from England’s dramatic penalty shoot-out win over world champions Spain in Basel on Sunday.
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport will also honour England’s second consecutive European Championship title by dedicating flagship sites and pitches to the Lionesses, helping to celebrate their own journeys from grassroots players to international success.
Having set out a £400million investment in new grassroots facilities, which was announced in June 2025, a new grants scheme – in partnership with the Premier League and the Football Association, to be delivered by the Football Foundation – will focus on creating welcoming, safe and accessible amenities for women and girls at existing grassroots sports sites.
How did the Lionesses celebrate on Monday?
13:42 , Holly EvansCelebrations on home soil began on Monday when the team landed at Southend Airport in Essex, where hundreds of fans waited to catch a glimpse of Sarina Wiegman’s side and the trophy.
The Lionesses attended a reception at Downing Street hosted by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and sports minister Stephanie Peacock.
The team arrived just before 7pm, with Number 10 decorated for the occasion with St George’s flags draped over windows and bunting along the railings.
England head coach Sarina Wiegman said the Downing Street reception was “very, very special”.
“Downing Street, you don’t come there normally and it was really nice how they built it up like this,” she said, gesturing towards the St George flags on display in windows and bunting along the railings around Number 10.
“It is very special to be able to go inside and also in the garden. The people there were very nice, they also put up some pictures of what we have done at the Euros.
“It was lovely, a very warm welcome. I’ve felt love all over but today even more so.”
In pictures: Tens of thousands line The Mall
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Lionesses leave the stage
13:29 , Holly EvansDespite the official end of the parade, the Lionesses stayed well beyond the finishing time and continued dancing to the joy of the crowds.
Songs such as Islands in the Stream and Don’t Stop Believin’ blasted out, with the players sitting on the stage and waving to fans before the ceremony eventually came to an end.
In pictures: Lionesses celebrate historic win
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Princess Beatrice and family pictured in the crowds
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Sweet Caroline blasts along The Mall
13:04 , Athena StavrouThe crowd has piled into the middle of the road up the Mall as the celebrations on stage continue.
Cheers erupted as a red flare went off by Buckingham Palace.
Another rendition of Sweet Caroline was sung as the crowd continues to celebrate the historic win.
England lifts Euros trophy
13:01 , Holly EvansThe Lionesses have lifted the Euros 2025 trophy to the crowds as red fireworks went off behind the team.
One More Time by Daft Punk played while the winning team danced on stage, before Sweet Caroline was blasted on the speakers to the jubilant crowds.
Chloe Kelly jokes 'What pressure?' as she thanks the crowds
12:53 , Holly EvansStar player Chloe Kelly, who scored the winning penalty, has also taken to the stage, telling the crowds it was “amazing to stand side by side with every single one of these girls throughout the whole tournament”.
Asked about the pressure she felt during crucial crunch-time moments of the game, she joked: "Pressure? What pressure?"
"It's incredible,” she added. “Thank you to everyone that got out to support us, whether that's in Switzerland or here today. "
Pictured: Lionesses reach Buckingham Palace
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Sarina Wiegman surprised onstage by Burna Boy
12:44 , Holly EvansEngland manager Sarina Wiegman has been surprised onstage by her favourite artist Burna Boy, and has been seen dancing and singing in jubilant scenes outside Buckingham Palace.
She appeared visibly shocked as he performed For My Hand.
Wiegman, who has won the last three Women’s Euros, said that everyone in the Lionesses "stepped up and supported each other" and that it was "just amazing to be a part of".
Emotional Leah Williamson 'holding back tears' as she thanks crowds
12:40 , Holly EvansAn emotional Leah Williamson has thanked the crowd outside Buckingham Palace, as she held the Euro 2025 winning trophy.
The Arsenal defender and England captain choked up as she said: "I'm holding back tears. I've been crying all down The Mall.
"There are many ways to win a football match," she added. "And we always chose the tough one."
“This is unbelievable, probably one of the best things we’ve ever, ever been a part of, so thank you for coming out.”
Williamson described the team as “special, special people”, adding: “We love each other, we’ve got each other’s back on and off the pitch.
“We had tough moments, nasty things to deal with, and still we rise.”
In pictures: Lionesses greet jubilant crowds in victory parade
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'Sweet Caroline' blasts to the crowds
12:32 , Athena StavrouAfter the parade finished, crowds headed to the front of St James’ Park to catch a glimpse of the stage in front of Buckingham Palace.
Children were stood on shoulders to watch the parade as the crowd cheered on the Lionesses.
‘Sweet Caroline’ is now playing, with the sound of crowds signing along echoing down The Mall and across the park.
Victory parade reaches Buckingham Palace
12:27 , Holly EvansThe victorious England team have just reached the Queen Victoria Memorial, where a ceremony is due to begin at roughly 12.30pm.
'I've never seen anything like it'; Alessia Russo celebrates along The Mall
12:24 , Holly EvansAsked how she was feeling, forward player Alessia Russo said: "Tired, on cloud nine, we didn't really know what to expect, everyone was so excited on the bus.
“It was a really tough game, we knew we'd create chances, as soon as Chloe put that ball in, we spoke about it at half-time, that I felt like that area was a bit free, and as soon as it came in, I was like, this is it, and yes, luckily it went in.
“It's surreal, it's crazy, for people to come out in the home of England at Buckingham Palace, I've never seen anything like it. I've not seen them [family] too much over the last few days, but I'll go back and see them, it's great, they were out and loved it as much as we did."
In pictures: Fans cheer for the Lionesses
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Captain Leah Williamson seen lifting trophy to cheers of the crowd
12:17 , Holly EvansThe squad, wearing wearing white t-shirts and England scarfs, could be seen taking photos with their phones as the buses travelled down the famous street, flanked on either side by cheering fans waving flags.
Captain Leah Williamson could be seen lifting the European Championship trophy in the air.
The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Portsmouth (The Royal Band) are leading the England team down The Mall.
First pics of the Lionesses celebrating alongside thousands of England fans
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The Lionesses arrive to kick off procession
12:10 , Holly EvansThe Lionesses have reached the start of The Mall to greet thousands of fans who have lined the street up to Buckingham Palace.
The open-top parade will end with a staged ceremony at the Queen Victoria Memorial, which is expected to start at roughly 12.30pm and conclude at 1pm.
Live: Watch Lionesses victory parade in central London
12:04 , Holly EvansSupporters travel from across the UK to cheer on Lionesses
12:03 , Holly EvansA group of six supporters travelled all the way from Somerset to attend the parade.
One of the group, Izzy Wareham, 22, explained that they drove two hours and 15 minutes from Shepton Mallet to London, before getting the Underground into the centre of the capital.
They said: “We promised the kids we would come if they won on the night of the final.
“We were very nervous during the whole game and especially the penalties, but they brought it home.
“We want to see Sarina on the top of the bus, and Georgia Stanway, and Leah Williamson. In fact, we want to see every one of them. They all deserve it so much.
Kasper Wareham, eight, added: “I want to see Chloe Kelly, she is my favourite player, she’s such a great assister.”
Phoebe Wareham, a 19-year-old university student, said: “It’s so good and inspires a lot of young people to play football. And it should boost morale and help them going into the World Cup in two years time.”
Minutes to go
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Thousands of fans make their way to The Mall
11:57 , Athena StavrouFans are streaming into The Mall as the parade is set to begin shortly.
Crowds at the front are spilling onto the banks of St James’ Park as supporters are all hoping to catch a glimpse of the bus.
Others draped in England flags are sat in the park to bag themselves a good view of the large screens set up to show the celebrations.
Fans out in force
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Live: Lionesses victory parade aerial footage as thousands celebrate England Euro 2025 victory
11:52 , Flo CliffordWatch live aerial footage of England’s homecoming victory tour as the Lionesses celebrate their Euro 2025 win on Tuesday (29 July).
Fans will be able to join in with the celebrations as the England Women’s team travel down The Mall on an open-top bus at 12.10 pm.
The team, joined by coach Sarina Wiegman, will then take to the stage for a ceremony in front of Buckingham Palace hosted by former England star Alex Scott.
According to reports, up to 50,000 Lionesses fans are expected to line The Mall to catch a glimpse of the winning team, who were victorious in securing their second successive European Championship win on Sunday.
Live: Lionesses victory parade aerial footage as thousands celebrate Euros victory
'The standard of football is second to none'
11:48 , Athena Stavrou in LondonDougy Gray, 78, was doing a good job of hyping the crowd up on Tuesday morning.
He got up early to make his giant banner which read: “Well done ladies. So proud.”
He said he had come to show his support and appreciation for the Lionesses. “I think they’ve done so well and the onus is on us to come and show some support here today.
“I really enjoyed the game. The standard of football the women play is second to none.”
Fans 'very proud' of Lionesses
11:42 , Athena Stavrou in LondonWendy Buckingham, 64, travelled from Romford for the celebration.
She said there was “no mention” of her playing football when she was younger, so the Lionesses win makes her “very proud”.
She said: “For the players this hasn’t happened overnight, it’s been years of training, standing and playing in the rain, parents coming to every training session and missing out on other things to train.”
The truth behind Chloe Kelly’s unwavering confidence
11:35 , Jamie Braidwood in BaselFair play to the Spanish press for finding another element of a Chloe Kelly penalty that some may find “unnecessary”. And no, it was not spinning the ball back onto the spot, or the little stamp either side of the circle, or the raising of the left leg before skipping into the run-up, all parts of Kelly’s routine which are, to her, completely necessary.
It was instead Kelly’s little side-eye to Spain goalkeeper Cata Coll, after thumping her penalty into the net to win England the Euros, that caught some attention. Kelly’s focus was on running towards the England fans after producing the winning moment in a second consecutive Euros final, and there was only a fleeting glance in Coll’s direction.
But it was enough to transmit the feeling that everybody already knew, anyway, that when the moment came, Kelly was going to remain composed and deliver another clutch moment. It was never in doubt, even if Kelly had her previous penalty saved in the semi-final win over Italy and admitted to missing three penalties in training before the Euro 2025 final. “I don't miss penalties twice,” Kelly said.
'Hopefully this will encourage more people to support women's football'
11:27 , Athena Stavrou in LondonKat Spurr, 47, and Julie Turner, 48, got to the Mall just before 9am to support the Lionesses.
“It’s a great atmosphere,” Kate said. “The game on Sunday was great but a bit nerve wracking!”
Julie said: “A little bit of extra excitement I guess.
“We are very proud. Hopefully this will encourage more people to support women’s football and make it as well known as the men’s game.”
England flags flying
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Why the true potential of the Lionesses’ legacy goes further than you think
11:15 , Miguel Delaney in Baseln the most demanding moments of the Euro 2025 final, when the England players had to go to the depths of their will, they also felt something different. They didn’t endure the same tension as in previous games, or even the same doubt.
It was a common sentiment, from substitute Niamh Charles to Sarina Wiegman. Charles insisted there wasn’t a single moment when she thought England would lose to Spain. Wiegman, even more strikingly, admitted that marked a change from the quarter-final and semi-final.
“To be honest, I didn’t have that. I had a couple of times in the Sweden game and the Italy game and I thought: ‘We might be going home tomorrow.’” They of course went home on Monday anyway, but with the trophy itself.
“Never in doubt,” was the line used in jest after every win, but could be said now with real meaning. And while the words “spirit”, “resolve”, and “team culture” have been repeated a lot in the last two weeks, they also have a deeper consequence.
Why the true potential of the Lionesses’ legacy goes further than you think
One hour to go
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England player ratings v Spain: Hannah Hampton stars as Lionesses win women’s Euro 2025 final
11:04 , Flo CliffordEngland are European champions again after triumphing in a dramatic Women’s Euro 2025 final in Basel.
Substitute Chloe Kelly fired in the winning penalty as England completed another spectacular shootout comeback to defend their title and beat world champions Spain 3-1 on penalties.
The Lionesses came back twice to reach the decider and book this revenge mission against the same side who beat them at the 2023 World Cup in Sydney.
Here is how England’s players rated:
England player ratings after Hannah Hampton stars in Euro 2025 final
The Mall is filling up
10:58 , Athena Stavrou in LondonWith just over an hour left before the big parade, the Mall is getting busier…and louder.
Chants are being sung to drumbeats and whistles, as red and white flags are being both waved and worn by the excited supporters.
A look back at 2022
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'I was jumping in the air on Sunday'
10:46 , Flo CliffordPat Small, 76, got the train at 7am from Bracknell and was one of the first to arrive at the Mall at 8am.
A lifelong football fan and player, she said: “I was jumping in the air on Sunday. It was fantastic and just makes you happy.
“I played for the Bracknell Bullets when I was younger and then now my sons and daughters play so I’ve been going to all of those matches. It’s nice to see women’s football get the spotlight it deserves.
“When I got here no one else was here but it’s filling up and the atmosphere is great.”
'This team shows what it's like to be English'
10:40 , Flo CliffordChloe Kelly scored the winning penalty for England and ensured she had the final moment in two European Championship finals.
After the match she gave her thoughts to ITV saying: “You know what, this teams shows exactly what it’s like to be English. I’m so proud, it’s unbelievable.
“This team is made of magic, of steel, it’s a huge moment for every girl out there with that dream, you can do it!
“Keep shooting for the stars.”
'Amazing to see the progress from the last Euros'
10:35 , Athena Stavrou in LondonTracey, 48, left home at 6am to get to the parade.
She said: “It was my birthday on Sunday so it was a great birthday present!
“We are so proud of them and the atmosphere here today is amazing.”
Ellie, 19, and Evie Rose, 16, said their favourite player Chloe Kelly’s performance on Sunday was “amazing”.
Ellie said: “It’s amazing to see the progress from the last Euros. Then the celebration was in Trafalgar Square and now we are on the Mall showcasing women’s football.”
When is the Lionesses trophy parade? How England team will celebrate Euro 2025 victory
10:30 , Flo CliffordThe Lionesses’ Euro 2025 parade will be on Tuesday 29 July with an open-top bus procession along The Mall. It will start at 12.10pm BST, finishing with a staged ceremony at the Queen Victoria Memorial in front of Buckingham Palace starting at approximately 12.30pm.
How can I watch the Lionesses victory parade?
The homecoming celebration will be broadcast live across the BBC, ITV and Sky between 12pm noon and 1pm. Fans can also follow coverage of the event across England’s social media channels.
The event is free to attend, with the Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Portsmouth and the Central Band of the Royal Air Force welcoming home the victorious England team.
When is the Lionesses trophy parade? How England team will celebrate Euros victory
A look back at 2022
10:25 , Flo CliffordWhile London gears up to celebrate the Lionesses’ triumph at Euro 2025, here’s what the streets of the capital looked like three years ago, as fans turned out in their masses to celebrate their Euro 2022 title with a huge victory party in Trafalgar Square.
BBC and ITV strike free to air tv deal for Women’s World Cup 2027
10:20 , Flo CliffordThe 2027 edition of the Women’s World Cup will be shown on free to air television after the BBC and ITV struck a deal over the rights to broadcast the tournament.
The two national broadcasters have secured the rights to air the tournament, scheduled to be played between June and July in 2027, and will split the broadcasting of the competition’s 64 games.
The BBC and ITV also broadcast the previous edition of the tournament which saw England reach the final only to be beaten 1-0 by Spain. The corporations hope to build on the success of that tournament and bring the moments, matches and stories to a global audience of millions of fans.
BBC and ITV strike free to air tv deal for Women’s World Cup 2027
Today's parade route
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Weather no match for England fans
10:11 , Athena Stavrou in LondonIt’s a drizzly and grey day in London - but that hasn’t stopped England fans from coming out to celebrate the Lionesses’ historic victory.
Though the parade doesn’t start until midday, upbeat crowds have started to form at the top of the mall.
Preparations underway
09:59 , Flo CliffordSecurity are out in force at The Mall while a band rehearses ahead of today’s festivities, and fans are already lining the streets ahead of the 12.10pm bus parade.
Excitement building in London
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Lionesses use 'their voice for change'
09:48 , Flo CliffordEuro 2022 star Ellen White spoke about what’s next for the Lionesses after their victory at the Euros.
Speaking on BBC One she said: “These girls are constantly using their voice for change.
“Wanting to inspire a nation and wanting to gain more opportunities for young people and young girls.
“They're so inspiring - they want to make change. They are perfect role models.”
And former England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley says that the Lionesses’ win will have a knock on effect at grass roots level.
She told BBC Radio 5 Live: “I'd like to think that this victory will have a massive knock on effect back home.
“Hopefully this will inspire young girls back home to get into football without the fear of being chastised.
“Go and have fun, have the freedom and confidence in yourself to do what you like.”
London ready for England parade after Euro 2025 glory
09:42 , Athena Stavrou in LondonThe Independent’s Athena Stavrou is on her way to the parade and has the latest as London builds up for more celebrations:
We’re still a few hours away from the Lionesses’ big victory parade but even underground, excitement is in the air.Embankment, one of the tube stations nearest the Mall, is welcoming fans with a sign stating “It’s home..again!”
Why Sarina Wiegman is the best manager in the world
09:39 , Miguel Delaney in BaselAnd Sarina dancing, two stars on the shirt. Yes, it’s a predictable line, but it is said with all the more meaning given how fans sang "Three Lions" after a sensational and utterly unpredictable Euro 2025 victory for England.
“I kept asking myself, ‘how can this happen?’ Sarina Wiegman herself said, with the immediate payoff: “But it happened.”
“The most chaotic, ridiculous tournament I have played.”
No wonder she was dancing at the end, and then laughing that the image had already been projected to the world before she even arrived at her press conference.
The sweary gift Sarina Wiegman used to inspire Lionesses before Euro 2025 final
09:30 , Flo CliffordSarina Wiegman used a sweary toiletry bag to motivate her England players before the Euro 2025 final, revealing the message “b****es get sh** done” as part of her team talk.
Wiegman sensed the opportunity to lighten the mood before England’s semi-final against Italy and delivered the same words before the Lionesses faced Spain in Sunday’s final.
Their dramatic victory on penalties means Wiegman has now won three Euros titles in a row with the Netherlands and England - in a tournament she described as “chaotic and ridiculous" as the Lionesses came from behind in the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final.
The sweary gift Sarina Wiegman used to inspire Lionesses before Euro 2025 final
Keir Starmer calls to congratulate Lionesses
09:20 , Flo CliffordPrime Minister Sir Keir Starmer didn’t attend yesterday’s reception, with his deputy Angela Rayner welcoming the Lionesses to Downing Street.
Starmer was in Scotland for bilateral talks with President Donald Trump at the latter’s Turnberry golf course, but found the time to congratulate the Lionesses over a video call.
Wiegman hopes win will 'push women's game even more'
09:10 , Flo CliffordEngland boss Sarina Wiegman admitted that she hopes her team’s triumph in the Euro 2025 final will help to push the women’s game to a higher level.
Speaking in the aftermath to the Lionesses’ victory she said: “I hope it will push the women’s game even more. The level went up again. The intensity of the games went through the roof.
“I just think this tournament broke every record again with spectators and the television views.
"I hope that will boost the women’s game everywhere and not only in England. I don’t know what to expect now in England. I think it will just boost again.”
Lionesses attend Downing Street reception to celebrate success
09:00 , Flo CliffordThe Lionesses headed straight to a reception at Downing Street yesterday to meet Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and sports minister Stephanie Peacock, after arriving back in the UK following their triumph in Switzerland.
Some of the players then went and said hi to Larry, Downing Street’s resident cat who serves as Chief Mouser of the Cabinet.
“It was very lovely,” England boss Sarina Wiegman said. When asked what Angela Rayner said to her, she replied: “Congratulations.”
England only had one key advantage over Spain – but it led them to Euro 2025 glory
08:49 , Miguel Delaney in BaselHistory repeated, once as another triumph, twice with force. Chloe Kelly again decided the European Championship for England, this time with a penalty of such ferocity that it fittingly reflected the fight and spirit of this team.
It was proper grit, proper character… Yes, proper England, who remain European champions. Sarina Wiegman’s side produced another miracle in this tournament, as she claimed a third successive winners’ medal in the competition.
These are all historic feats in themselves, but they are elevated by the manner of this glory. It went to even deeper wells of resolve than Kelly winning it in extra time at Wembley against Germany three years ago. And to manage that against this world champion Spanish side, in this way, is the best illustration of this team’s spirit. It shouldn’t really have been possible given how they went behind.
England only had one advantage over Spain – but it led them to Euro 2025 glory
Euro 2025 final viewing figures confirm England’s win was most-watched moment of year
08:40 , Flo CliffordEngland’s Euro 2025 final victory over Spain was watched by combined a peak TV audience of 16.2 million across the BBC and ITV, making the Lionesses’ win the most-watched moment of 2025.
Chloe Kelly scored the decisive penalty in the shootout against Spain as Hannah Hampton made two saves to secure back-to-back European titles for England. The final attracted an average TV audience of 12m across both BBC and ITV.
The BBC said a peak audience of 12.2m watched England make history across its platforms, including a peak of 11.6m on BBC One - representing a 59 per cent share of all TV audiences on Sunday evening.
Euro 2025 final viewing figures confirm England’s win was most-watched moment of year
What has the goverment said about the parade?
08:30 , Flo CliffordSecretary of State for Culture Media and Sport, Lisa Nandy, said: “The Lionesses' incredible win has done our country proud. Now, we have the chance to cheer these heroes home at their homecoming parade.
“The Lionesses didn’t just set out to win the tournament, they wanted to change society – and this government is rising to that challenge. Whether it is supporting girls and boys to pursue school sport, investing in grassroots facilities across the country or bidding for the 2035 Women's World Cup, we are laying the foundations for a decade of change by breaking down the barriers to participation and inspiring the next generation of players.”
What has the FA said about the trophy parade?
08:20 , Flo CliffordFA Chief Executive, Mark Bullingham, said: "Our history-making Lionesses are Champions of Europe for the second successive time, and have become the first England Senior team in history to win a tournament overseas.
“We are so proud of all of the players, Sarina and the support team who have all been part of this incredible achievement. They have all worked unbelievably hard and we know the nation shares our pride.
“The victory celebration in London on Tuesday will give England fans an opportunity to celebrate with the players, and be part of history.
“We’ve had amazing support from our fans both in Switzerland and at home throughout the tournament, and we look forward to celebrating together and creating some lifelong memories.”
How to watch the ceremony on TV or online
08:10 , Flo CliffordThe Homecoming celebration will be broadcast live on the BBC, ITV and Sky between 12pm and 1pm, with viewers able to tune in at any time.
All of these channels also offer respective online live TV streaming services for those with devices connected to the internet.
Attending the homecoming parade
08:00 , Flo CliffordThose looking to attend the parade and ceremony in person are advised by the FA to plan ahead. While events kick off just after midday, the football body says it is expecting large crowds, so aiming to arrive early will likely help to secure a good spot.
Attendees have been asked to use public transport or walk to the event, as there will be a number of road closures in place in areas surrounding the event. There will also be no dedicated parking.
The FA says that the following stations can be used to access The Mall:
- Green Park (London Underground)
- Piccadilly Circus (London Underground)
- Victoria (London Underground, National Rail)
- Westminster (London Underground)
- Charing Cross (London Underground, National Rail)
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07:50 , Flo CliffordThere are a few key timings to be aware of for anyone wanting to watch the events live:
- 12.10pm: Homecoming celebration starts with an open-top bus procession along The Mall
- 12.30pm: Start of the live Homecoming celebration staged event at the Queen Victoria Memorial in front of Buckingham Palace
- 1pm: The Homecoming celebration is due to finish
The Homecoming celebration will be broadcast live on the BBC, ITV and Sky between 12pm and 1pm, with viewers able to tune in at any time.
All of these channels also offer respective online live TV streaming services for those with devices connected to the internet.
England trophy parade: Route, map and schedule for Euro 2025 victory celebrations
07:41 , Flo CliffordSarina Wiegman’s Lionesses will be bringing the trophy home on Tuesday 29 July as they have a homecoming celebration in London.
Fans will have an opportunity to celebrate with the team as they travel down The Mall in an open-top bus before taking to the stage for aceremony in front of Buckingham Palace.
The event will not be ticketed and free to attend, the Football Association (FA) has confirmed, inviting fans, residents and businesses to join the celebrations. The ceremony will be supported by the UK government.
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