Germany’s staunch efforts defensively were ultimately wasted on the day. Hard-won ball recoveries and interceptions launched the Germans into numerous potent-looking transitions...but the timing and selection of the final pass or shot was off all day,

Aitana Bonmatí extra-time goal sets up a showdown with the defending champs and a repeat of the 2023 World Cup final.

Michelle Agyemang, the 19-year-old Arsenal forward, came off the bench in both the quarterfinal and semifinal matches to score brilliant and decisive goals. But it was Kelly, England’s hero from the last European championship, who came on as a late sub and provided a spark that carried her team to those victories.