By Marta Elena Casanova
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The 2025 Women’s Euro is about to kick off, with host nation Switzerland opening the tournament against Norway. It will be a month of top-level football, with 16 teams ready to battle for the continental title. Running through July 27, the tournament promises excitement and a growing spotlight on women’s football across Europe.
Italy will be there, arriving with fresh ambitions. The Azzurre want to move past years of inconsistent results and finally earn their place among Europe’s elite.
Group Stage: All the Matches
The tournament begins with the group stage: four groups, each with four teams. The top two from each group will advance to the quarterfinals.
Group A
July 2: Iceland–Finland (Thun, 18:00)
July 2: Switzerland–Norway (Basel, 21:00)
July 6: Norway–Iceland (Lucerne, 18:00)
July 6: Switzerland–Finland (Bern, 21:00)
July 10: Finland–Norway (Geneva, 18:00)
July 10: Switzerland–Iceland (Zurich, 21:00)
Group B (Italy’s Group)
July 3: Belgium–Italy (Sion, 18:00)
July 3: Spain–Portugal (Bern, 21:00)
July 7: Italy–Portugal (Geneva, 21:00)
July 7: Spain–Belgium (Zurich, 18:00)
July 11: Italy–Spain (Bern, 21:00)
July 11: Portugal–Belgium (Lucerne, 18:00)
Group C
July 4: Denmark–Sweden (Geneva, 18:00)
July 4: Germany–Poland (St. Gallen, 21:00)
July 8: Sweden–Poland (Lucerne, 18:00)
July 8: Germany–Denmark (Basel, 21:00)
July 12: Denmark–Poland (Zurich, 18:00)
July 12: Germany–Sweden (St. Gallen, 21:00)
Group D
July 5: Wales–Netherlands (Lucerne, 18:00)
July 5: France–England (Zurich, 21:00)
July 9: England–Netherlands (Bern, 18:00)
July 9: France–Wales (Basel, 21:00)
July 13: Netherlands–France (Geneva, 21:00)
July 13: England–Wales (Sion, 21:00)
Switzerland in Front of Home Fans
Switzerland will debut in Basel against Norway. It’s not an easy group for the hosts, but playing at home and under the expert guidance of Pia Sundhage, there’s hope for a competitive side. The rising star to watch is midfielder Lia Wälti.
Switzerland aims to reach at least the quarterfinals — a first — and hopes to ignite local support for a historic run.
Italy: Hungry for Redemption
Italy comes into the Euro with a new profile. After the 2023 World Cup disappointment and a change in coaching, the national team is more balanced — aware of its limits but also of its strengths. Andrea Soncin is on the bench, promoted after coaching the U23s, with a clear mission: bring Italy back into Europe’s top eight.
Italy’s Schedule:
Group B is tough: reigning world champion Spain is the clear favorite, while Belgium and Portugal are skilled and dangerous opponents.
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July 3 vs Belgium: a crucial opener
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July 7 vs Portugal: a potentially decisive match
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July 11 vs Spain: a challenge to face with courage and intelligence
Key Players
The Azzurre squad blends experience and youth. At the back, Lisa Boattin stands out as one of Europe’s best full-backs. In midfield, Manuela Giugliano brings vision and control. Up front, creativity will come from Barbara Bonansea and the pace of young Beccari.
Coach Soncin was clear: “We’re not here just to take part. We want to compete and prove that Italy belongs with the top teams.” The first goal is to get through the group stage. The key will be balance: strong defense, smart game management, and striking on the counter.
For Italy, this Euro means more than just a tournament — it’s a chance to solidify identity, continue the growth of the women’s game, and inspire a new generation.
It all starts tomorrow. And even without the label of favorites, Italy finally has a team that can fight with dignity, passion, and ambition.
By Marta Elena Casanova
