England star Lauren James was kicked out as Caldentai gave the Spanish lead
Lauren James was kicked out late in the first half of the Euro 2025 final, with the English star retreating after Mariona Caldentie gave Spain a 1-0 lead in Basel to the world champions.
Caldentey led Spain in the 25th minute, with European Champions England being punished for not taking away a gold leaf-edged opportunity in the early stages.
And then things got worse for the Lioness, as Chelsea forward James limped 15 minutes later.
James was suspicious of the final due to an ankle injury, and her game fell to a premature end after going to the ground with discomfort within the English penalty area.
Chloe Kelly has come to replace James. He wanted to have the same impact in the Euro 2022 final when she scored an extra time winner against Germany.
Easily from the British bench in the tournament along with teenager Michelle Aguierman, Kelly quickly provided energy by dragging the effort from the left side shortly before halftime, as the Lioness wanted. Create another fight back After coming from behind to knock out both Sweden and Italy on the way to the finals.