There have been more recent clashes too, a perfect defensive display and Jess Park’s goal earning England a 1-0 win in the Nations League in February, Spain’s last defeat. Spain got the better of England in June’s return, Clàudia Pina’s double decisive after Alessia Russo’s opening goal.

At kick-off in the Euro 2025 final, England and Spain will be rivals. But before and after, many will be friends and allies, united by a common cause. Keira Walsh is determined to win on Sunday, to become a two-time European champion as part of the first-ever England team to defend a title at a major international tournament.