England suffered a major blow during the first half of the Euro 2025 final against Spain when Lauren James was forced off with injury.
James passed the ball out of play in the 39th minute with Spain on top after taking the lead through Mariona Caldentey, and went to ground holding her ankle.
Chloe Kelly, England’s penalty hero in the semi-finals, quickly prepared to come on and entered the game in the 41st minute after a brief stoppage.
The Lionesses faithful offered the Arsenal star a loud ovation as Sarina Wiegman’s side attempted to work their way back into the contest in Basel, having fallen behind to
James also came off during England’s semi-final win over Italy but had trained in the days before the final and passed fit to start the game.
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