The summer soccer scene in Switzerland heats up as the 2025 UEFA Women’s Euro approaches its knockout phase. Beyond the stunning alpine scenery and picturesque lakes, the tournament has delivered thrilling football during the group matches.
The competition has reduced from 16 to 8 teams, with the Swiss home nation giving local fans something to celebrate, while reigning champions England aim to defend their title. Spain has stepped up as a strong contender, with Germany and Sweden lurking as potential disruptors, and France making a bold assertion that this is their year.
The tournament kicked off on July 2 and will culminate on July 27 in Basel, where the final two teams will vie for the championship. With the knockout stage commencing on Wednesday, here’s a comprehensive overview of the Women’s Euro.
Group A
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norway | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 5 | +3 | 9 |
| 2 | Switzerland | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | +1 | 4 |
| 3 | Finland | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 4 | Iceland | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 7 | -4 | 0 |
Match Results:
- Wednesday, July 2: Iceland 0, Finland 1; Switzerland 1, Norway 2
- Sunday, July 6: Norway 2, Finland 1; Switzerland 2, Iceland 0
- Thursday, July 10: Finland 1, Switzerland 1; Norway 4, Iceland 3
Group B
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 3 | +11 | 9 |
| 2 | Italy | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 4 |
| 3 | Belgium | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 8 | -4 | 3 |
| 4 | Portugal | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 1 |
Match Results:
- Thursday, July 3: Belgium 0, Italy 1; Spain 5, Portugal 0
- Monday, July 7: Spain 6, Belgium 2; Portugal 1, Italy 1
- Friday, July 11: Italy 1, Spain 3; Portugal 1, Belgium 2
Group C
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sweden | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1 | +7 | 9 |
| 2 | Germany | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 6 |
| 3 | Poland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 7 | -4 | 3 |
| 4 | Denmark | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 0 |
Match Results:
- Friday, July 4: Sweden 1, Denmark 0; Germany 2, Poland 0
- Tuesday, July 8: Germany 2, Denmark 1; Poland 0, Sweden 3
- Saturday, July 12: Sweden 4, Germany 1; Poland 3, Denmark 2
Group D
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 4 | +7 | 9 |
| 2 | England | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 3 | +8 | 6 |
| 3 | Netherlands | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 9 | -4 | 3 |
| 4 | Wales | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 13 | -11 | 0 |
Match Results:
- Saturday, July 5: Netherlands 3, Wales 0; France 2, England 1
- Wednesday, July 9: England 4, Netherlands 0; France 4, Wales 1
- Sunday, July 13: Netherlands 2, France 5; England 6, Wales 1
Knockout Stage Schedule
Quarter-finals:
- Wednesday, July 16: Norway vs. Italy (Stade de Geneve, Geneva, 3 PM)
- Thursday, July 17: Sweden vs. England (Letzigrund, Zurich, 3 PM)
- Friday, July 18: Spain vs. Switzerland (Stadion Wancodorf, Bern, 3 PM)
- Saturday, July 19: France vs. Germany (St. Jacob Park, Basel, 3 PM)
Semi-finals:
- Tuesday, July 22: Quarter Final 3 winner vs Quarter Final 1 winner (Stade de Geneve, Geneva, 3 PM)
- Wednesday, July 23: Quarter Final 4 winner vs Quarter Final 2 winner (Letzigrund, Zurich, 3 PM)
UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Final
Sunday, July 27: Winners of the semi-finals (St. Jacob Park, Basel, 3 PM)
Fan Take: This tournament not only showcases the talent of women’s soccer but also reflects the growing interest and investment in women’s sports globally. As the competition heats up, it could serve as a catalyst for further advancement and recognition of women’s soccer, inspiring future generations.
