By Marta Elena Casanova
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The 2025 Women’s European Championship is delivering emotions and surprises: the group stage just ended between Friday, July 11, and Sunday, July 13, with a mix of confirmations and unexpected results. Among the most anticipated matches was definitely Friday’s game, when Italy faced Spain, one of the strongest and most ambitious teams in the tournament.
Results of the latest matches:
Portugal was beaten at home by Belgium 1-2, a result that confirmed the elimination of the Lusitanians and the qualification of the Belgians, who staged a decisive comeback. Italy instead lost 1-3 to Spain, a match in which the azzurre still showed quality and character, enough to secure qualification to the quarterfinals as group runners-up.
Saturday, July 12, saw a thrilling battle between Poland and Denmark: 3-2 the final score in favor of Poland, who qualified with great heart and determination. Meanwhile, Sweden made home advantage count by overwhelming Germany 4-1, a clear result that signals the Scandinavians are serious contenders.
Sunday, July 13, closed the group stage with some high-scoring and exciting matches: France defeated the Netherlands 5-2, confirming themselves as one of the favorites, while England asserted dominance in the British derby with a convincing 6-1 win over Wales.
Quarterfinals:
With the group stage behind, all eyes are now on the quarterfinals, which will be played between Wednesday, July 16, and Saturday, July 19. Here are the official fixtures:
- Norway vs Italy
- Sweden vs England
- Spain vs Switzerland
- France vs Germany
These matches promise high-level clashes, with teams that are major protagonists in European and world women’s football.
The Italian national team: hopes and expectations
Andrea Soncin’s Italy has impressed throughout the tournament: despite the loss to Spain, the azzurre have shown tactical ability and a united squad, ready to fight fearlessly against Norway, a solid team with a great European pedigree. The goal is clear: to overcome this round and reach the semifinals, a milestone that would further boost the growth of women’s football in Italy.
Looking at the results so far, France, Spain, and England confirm their status as tournament powerhouses, with Sweden ready to fight thanks to a competitive and well-organized squad. Germany, after the heavy defeat to Sweden, will need to bounce back to avoid an early exit. Norway is a wild card, always dangerous in crucial moments.
If I had to venture a prediction, I’d say the semifinals might see Spain, France, Sweden, and Italy or England, the latter two ready for a showdown promising sparks. Italy has the talent and desire to be the surprise of this final phase.
By Marta Elena Casanova
