BBC/Composite: EastEnders Insider Share By Joel Harley Jul 29 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 29 2025 Fans celebrate as Heather Peace leads 'perfect' tribute to Lionesses in 'extra scene' Heather was overjoyed to see the Lionesses bring football home Eve Unwin Heather Peace Peter Beale Share By Joel Harley Jul 29 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 29 2025 Fans of EastEnders have joined the soap in celebrating as star Heather Peace led a tribute to the Lionesses’ recent victory in last night’s episode (airing Monday, July 28). As it did after last week’s semi-final victory, the BBC filmed an additional scene which was then inserted into the episode, celebrating the Women’s England Euro triumph. Although this scene didn’t initially appear during the 6am iPlayer drop, it was later added into the episode. This is how it also appeared when the soap aired at 7.30pm on BBC One last night. Eve and Peter swapped notes on the Lionesses’ victory (Credit: BBC) Heather Peace leads tribute to the Lionesses in EastEnders ‘extra scene’ In this addition to the episode, Peter finds Eve working on Stacey’s Baps in the market. As they chat, the pair discussed the Lionesses’ football win the night before. “My heart,” Peter says. “Once they made Beth Mead retake that penalty…” “Back to back Euro champs, Bealey-boy,” Eve replies. Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers View this post on Instagram A post shared by EastEnders (@bbceastenders) The pair then go on to discuss the events of the match, paying tribute to athletes Chloe Kelly, Alessia Russo, Michelle Agyemang, Hannah (bleedin’) Hampton, and Leah Williamson. This leads to Eve suggesting a special menu in the Lionesses’ honour, including Hampton’s Ham Rolls, Toone’s Toasties and Bronze’s Bacon Baps. We’ll have a Stanway Steak Bake too, please! Peter’s leading the charge for Leah Williamson’s knighthood (Picture: BBC) EastEnders fans celebrate soap football tribute In the comments to this scene – which was also shared on the soap’s Instagram page – fans shared their appreciation. “Loved this scene. Heather doing it was perfect,” wrote one fan. “Heather doing this scene just seems so right, perfect,” said another. “EastEnders very own Heather Peace! Glad she was chosen for this scene after her own health battle and latest update! So fitting well done EE!” exclaimed a third. Like Eve, star Heather Peace is a massive footy fan (Credit: BBC) Heather Peace leads outpouring of support for the Lionesses Star Heather – who recently announced that she had finished chemotherapy after doctors diagnosed her with breast cancer – is one of the Lionesses’ most vocal celebrity supporters. She’s shared her support in a series of jubilant posts to her X account. “They never gave up. They were never done no matter what,” she wrote after Sunday’s win. She continued: “They showed that lioness spirit throughout. True fighters. Congratulations Lionesses. You’ve inspired so many. Again. Spain ?? you’ve been awesome and are a joy to watch. So much talent.” Read more: Who’s leaving, joining and returning to EastEnders? Complete list of cast exits, arrivals and returns. Share Good to Know Share By Joel Harley Jul 29 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 29 2025
