Hannah Hampton pays tribute to ‘one of my biggest supporters’

FootballSports
29 Jul 2025 • 4:29 PM MYT
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  • England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton paid an emotional tribute to her late grandfather, who passed away two days before the start of Euro 2025.
  • Hampton was the hero in England’s shootout victory over Spain in the final, saving two penalties to secure the Lionesses’ second consecutive European title.
  • The 24-year-old, who started her first major tournament, revealed her grandfather was one of her biggest supporters and she carried him through every minute of the competition.
  • The Euro 2025 final attracted a combined peak TV audience of 16.2 million across the BBC and ITV, making it the most-watched moment of 2025.
  • England head coach Sarina Wiegman called for further investment in women's football, as the team celebrated their success at 10 Downing Street and prepared for a homecoming parade.

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