Aitana Bonmatí expressed her regret after missing a penalty in the decisive shootout that defined the 2025 European Championship, where Spain fell to England.
The talented player, visibly affected, admitted to being in a state of shock after the defeat.
Both Bonmatí, Mariona Caldentey, and Salma Paralluelo failed to convert their penalties, allowing England to retain the title after a 1-1 draw after extra time.
I’m in shock. We gave it our all. I must apologize for missing my penalty and congratulate England.
Bonmatí acknowledged his team’s good play, but regretted the lack of effectiveness in front of the goal.
During the match, Spain generated 22 shots against England’s eight, but they only managed one goal, while the rival goalkeeper, Hannah Hampton, remained firm.
Bonmatí, who overcame viral meningitis to participate in the European Championship and was named Player of the Tournament, compared the defeat to that suffered by Barcelona in the Champions League final.
Paredes highlighted the importance of materializing opportunities into goals, something that Spain lacked in the match.We deserved more, but who doesn’t deserve more? England had that bit of luck they’ve had throughout the tournament.
Irene Paredes
