Sweden, England and Euros
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Follow live reaction to England’s extraordinary penalty shootout victory over Sweden, in a game they trailed 2-0
It was a thrilling climax to a game in which England teetered on the brink of elimination, only to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.
She reflected on triumphs past, hope of glory in the future but also the size of the task facing England right now. The teams have played each other twice since, both matches ending in draws with Sweden the unluckier.
Sweden embraces its underdog status at the Women’s European Championship but could change perceptions if it defeats England in Thursday’s quarterfinal in Zurich.
Sweden captain Kosovare Asllani says they "don't fear" England as the teams prepare to meet in the Euro 2025 quarter-finals on Thursday.