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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 Ma...

Water Polo World Championships 2025: Singapore Hosts Prestigious Men's and Women's Battles

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  Singapore will become the global epicenter of water polo in just two weeks when it hosts the final tournament from a series of four world championships held over just four years. The 2025 World Championships promise dramatic battles in both men's and women's categories under the unified motto "Water Shapes Us." Men's Polo: European Giants vs. New Faces The first year of a new Olympic cycle traditionally brings rejuvenation to national teams, but many European powerhouses are choosing a different strategy. Serbia arrives as defending Olympic champions from Paris with minimal changes to their roster compared to the Olympics. They are betting on proven players in their quest for another title. Croatia , the current world champions, are keeping their team core unchanged and consider experience the key to defending their title. Spain , holders of both European and World Cup titles, continue with roster continuity from the Paris Games and rely on team chemistry...

Women's Basketball Takes Center Stage: EuroBasket 2025 Brings Revolutionary Format

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  European women's basketball will experience a historic moment from June 18-29. For the first time in history, the women's EuroBasket will be hosted by four countries simultaneously - Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, and Greece. The defending champions are Belgium, who surprised the basketball world in 2023. The tournament also offers important qualification for the 2026 World Championship. The revolutionary format with multiple hosts represents a new era for the continental championship. Sixteen of Europe's best teams will battle not only for the prestigious title but also for valuable qualifying spots for the world championship. Historic Debuts and Returns This year's EuroBasket brings several exceptional moments. Portugal will make their tournament debut after 26 years of qualification efforts. Even more impressive is Switzerland's return after an incredible 69-year absence - an absolute record for waiting time. Lithuania qualified for the first time since 2...

SECOND SEASON OF WOMEN'S NATIONS LEAGUE: THE REVOLUTION CONTINUES!

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  February - June 2025 League Phase All Across Europe This isn't just a football tournament - this is a revolution in European women's football! UEFA Women's Nations League 2025 enters its second season with even greater scope, more countries, and a new format that promises even more dramatic matches. From February to June we'll follow the league phase, where teams divided into three leagues fight for every point. October and December will then bring the finals tournament with a new two-leg format. League A represents the absolute pinnacle of European women's football. Sixteen top teams divided into four groups of four, where everyone plays everyone home and away. Group winners advance to the finals tournament, which will be played over two legs for the first time - semifinals, third-place playoff, and final. Imagine the tension of a semifinal that stretches over two weeks and two matches. Spain as reigning European and world champions will want to show their ...