Women's EURO 2025: Quarter-finals Promise Dramatic Battles

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Women's EURO 2025 in Switzerland enters its decisive phase with the eight best teams in Europe just three wins away from the coveted title. The quarter-final matches promise dramatic encounters, surprising underdogs, and expected derbies. Defending champions England face strong Sweden, while world champions Spain continue their offensive show.

Norway vs. Italy: Historic Opportunity

Wednesday, July 16, 8:00 PM, Geneva

An unexpectedly balanced encounter will offer a clash between Norwegian stars and Italian collective strength.

Norway won the weakest Group A with three victories but relies on individual qualities of stars like Caroline Graham Hansen. Unconvincing performances in all three matches raise questions about their readiness for the knockout phase.

"We're still looking for our best form," admits coach Gemma Grainger.

Italy reached the EURO quarter-finals for the first time in history. They excel with a quality midfield featuring Arianna Caruso and Manuela Giugliano and showed good performance against favored Spain, although they eventually lost 1-3.

"We have a chance to make history," believes captain Sara Gama.

Prediction: Italy will reach the semi-finals for the first time in history thanks to their midfield quality.

Sweden vs. England: Rematch from EURO 2022

Thursday, July 17, 8:00 PM, Zurich

A replay of the semi-final from the last EURO promises an exciting battle between two experienced teams.

Sweden showed an impressive comeback against Germany (4-1) in the group stage and has an experienced team full of players from the English league. Speed and physical strength are their main weapons.

"Something feels different, this year we can finally succeed," believes Johanna Rytting Kaneryd.

England as defending champions from EURO 2022 recovered from their opening defeat to France. Thanks to second place in the group, they avoided Spain until a potential final.

"The defeat paradoxically helped us," admits coach Sarina Wiegman.

Prediction: England will confirm their improving form and beat Sweden in a tight match.

Spain vs. Switzerland: Home Hopes Against Champions

Friday, July 18, 8:00 PM, Bern

The tournament's biggest favorites will challenge the home underdogs in a clash promising contrasting playing styles.

Spain arrives as world champions and the tournament's biggest favorites. They scored a record 14 goals in the group stage, with Alexia Putellas contributing 3 goals and 4 assists. Esther González leads the scoring table with 4 goals.

Switzerland as the host team reached the quarter-finals for the first time in history. They secured group advancement thanks to a late draw with Finland. Geraldine Reuteler is the key player in midfield.

"With fan support, we can achieve the impossible," believes coach Pia Sundhage.

Prediction: Spain will advance clearly and deliver the highest victory margin of all quarter-finals.

France vs. Germany: Clash of Titans

Saturday, July 19, 8:00 PM, Basel

Another replay of the EURO 2022 semi-final promises an offensive festival between two traditional European powerhouses.

France has never won a major tournament but looks like a serious title contender this year. Controversial coach Laurent Bonadei excluded captain Wendie Renard before the tournament. The team showed dominant performance against England in the opening match and won all three group games, including a comeback against the Netherlands (5-2).

Germany arrives as eight-time European champions with attacking power but defensive problems. Captain Giulia Gwinn is missing due to a knee injury.

Coach Christian Wuck says: "We won't change our attacking style, that's not our way."

Prediction: France will exploit German defensive weaknesses and advance to the semi-finals.

Look Ahead to Semi-finals

If predictions come true, we can expect these semi-final pairings:

Italy vs. England - First semi-final in history for Italy against English experience.

Spain vs. France - Clash of the tournament's two best teams, Spanish creativity against French strength.

Quarter-final matches will be played from Wednesday, July 16 to Saturday, July 19, always at 8:00 PM Central European Time.

More information: 24live.com
Thank you to Stats Perform for providing the data and photographs.
Photo source: The Independent


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