Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged that England’s Lionesses will receive national honours following their dramatic victory at the Euro 2025, confirming that 'recognition is coming'.
The team, praised by Starmer as 'trailblazers in every sense,' not only captured a second consecutive Euros title but also inspired millions, including his own daughter.
He emphasised that the Lionesses had exemplified values such as integrity, resilience, and respect—qualities he believes shaped their success in Switzerland.
England secured the title with a nail-biting win over Spain in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw, where standout performances from Chloe Kelly and goalkeeper Hannah Hampton sealed glory.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged that England’s Lionesses will receive national honours following their dramatic victory at the Euro 2025, confirming that 'recognition is coming'
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Both players are widely expected to feature in the next New Year’s Honours list, with manager Sarina Wiegman tipped to receive an Honorary Damehood for leading the team to back-to back titles.
In a column for The Sun, Starmer described the team’s campaign as 'extraordinary', adding that official commendations are being prepared to match their achievement.
He said: "What Sarina and our Lionesses have achieved is nothing short of remarkable.
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"So recognition is coming — and it will be worthy of their historic success.
"But the greatest tribute will be to use the inspiration of this summer to deliver a legacy the Lionesses have fought for: equal access to all sport for girls and boys.
"This government is rolling up its sleeves and making that a reality. The Lionesses have made an entire nation proud.We’re determined to deliver a legacy they can be proud of too."
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Sir Keir Starmer has hailed the Lionesses following their triumph at Euro 2025
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Starmer attended the final in Basel’s St Jakob-Park, where Hampton made two crucial saves and Kelly converted the winning spot-kick.
Although honours decisions are handled discreetly by the Cabinet Office, public tributes to sporting success are a long-standing tradition.
After the Lionesses' 2022 win, players like Leah Williamson (OBE), Lucy Bronze, Beth Mead, and Ellen White (MBEs) were all recognised.
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Notably, Kelly did not receive honours at that time, despite her match-winning goal.
Other sports icons, including Gareth Southgate, England’s 2003 Rugby World Cup team, and the 2005 Ashes cricket squad, have previously been celebrated in similar fashion.
Chloe Kelly scored the winning penalty as England beat Spain to win Euro 2025 last week
| GETTYDavid Beckham was also recently handed a knighthood.
Off the pitch, forward Lauren Hemp delighted fans by constructing a Lego replica of the Euros trophy, showing off her 3,000-piece creation on Instagram with the caption: “When two of my favourite things combine.”