Sweden set up a Euro 2022 semi-final against England after Linda Sembrant’s spectacular final goal helped them beat Belgium 1-0 in a tight quarter-final clash.
Although Sweden entered the match as a strong contender, it turned out to be a much closer match than could have been predicted, turning into a battle of wills as it take place.
Sweden thought they had taken the lead in the first half when Stina Blackstenius shot past goalkeeper Nicky Evrard. She collected a favorable pass from Kosovare Asllani before keeping her composure to beat the Belgian keeper, but after VAR check she was ruled offside.
The Swedes registered 33 shots at Leigh Sports Village, although most of these came from distance as they struggled to break a well-tolerated Belgian. However, it was an impressive end when Sembrant had to go home with extra time.
Evrard made some stellar saves throughout and nearly denied Sweden again, punching out of Asllani’s corner and blocking Natalie Bjorn’s follow-up. But there was nothing she could do as Sembrant returned home from close range with a rebound as Belgium were beaten in their first knockout at a major international tournament.
Sweden has now arranged an all-out semi-final meeting with hosts England on Tuesday night to secure a spot in the Euro 2022 final at Wembley on July 31.
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What’s next?
Sweden will now face England in the semi-final on Tuesday at Bramall Lane with the match kicking off at 8pm. The Euro 2022 final will take place at Wembley Stadium on July 31; start at 5pm.
Knock-out stage…
Quarterfinals
Wednesday, July 20
Quarterfinals 1: England 2-1 Spain (AET)
Thursday, July 21
Quarterfinals 2: Germany 2-0 Austria
Friday, July 22
Quarterfinals 3: Sweden 1-0 Belgium
Saturday, July 23
Quarterfinals 4: France vs Netherlands – starts at 8pm, New York Stadium
Semifinal
Tuesday, July 26
Semi-final 1: England vs Sweden – starts at 8pm, Bramall Lane
Wednesday, July 27
Semi-final 2: Germany vs France or Netherlands – start at 8pm, MK . Stadium
Final
Sunday July 31
Semi-Final 1 Winner v Semi-Final 2 Winner – starts at 5pm, Wembley
Follow Euro 2022 on Sky Sports
Sky Sports News and Sports Sky’ Digital platforms will follow every step of England’s Euro 2022 journey ahead of Tuesday’s semi-final.
On the road, the Sky Sports News Mobile Presentation bus will continue to bring you all the best guests and insights from the likes of Karen Carney, Sue Smith, Courtney Sweetman-Kirk and Laura Bassett. their professional details. Buses will run in central Sheffield ahead of England’s final four games, before heading to Wembley for the final.
On SkySports.com, the Sky Sports App and on social media, we’ll have all the big moments with our previews, features, reports, analytics, plus Sky Sports Women’s Euros podcast featuring Sky Sports senior football journalist Charlotte Marsh and Sky Sports News reporter Anton Toloui.
And if you’re new to England, don’t worry – Here is our guide to meeting the Lionesses.
As well as England, Sky Sports News and Digital Sky Sports will also cover all the knockouts as we head towards the final on July 31.
