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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Alfie Packham and Clea Skopeliti

‘So refreshing and joyful’: readers on Euro 2022 and women’s football

Alessia Russo celebrates scoring
Alessia Russo of England celebrates the third goal in the semi-final against Sweden. Photograph: Naomi Baker/Getty Images

Interest in women’s football has surged during the Euro 2022 tournament, with consistently high viewing figures. England’s semi-final against Sweden was among the most watched television broadcasts of the year, drawing a peak audience of 9.3 million viewers on BBC One.

Five fans speak about what has drawn them to the tournament this year, and their favourite moments from the matches so far.

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