The 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship is shaping up to be the most competitive tournament in history Women’s Euro 2025. After England’s dramatic 2022 Euro victory on home soil, Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses face an even tougher challenge – becoming the first back-to-back champions since Germany’s 2013 triumph.
In this 1,500+ word exclusive, we break down:
✔ England’s Road to Euro 2025 (Qualifying results & key players)
✔ France & Germany’s Revenge Mission (New coaches, new tactics)
✔ Dark Horse Contenders (Spain’s youth revolution, Sweden’s experience)
✔ Tactical Battles That Will Decide the Tournament
✔ Predicted Knockout Stage & Winner
1. England’s Title Defense: Stronger or Weaker?
Euro 2025 Qualifying Campaign (Group A3)
| Opponent | Result | Key Performer |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | 1-1 (D) | Alessia Russo (goal) |
| Ireland | 2-0 (W) | Lauren James (1G, 1A) |
| France | 3-2 (W) | Beth Mead (brace) |
Current Standings:
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England – 10 pts (3W, 1D)
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France – 9 pts
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Sweden – 5 pts
England’s New Stars vs. 2022 Heroes
| 2022 Key Players | 2025 Emerging Talents |
|---|---|
| Beth Mead (29) | Lauren James (23) |
| Ellen White (retired) | Aggie Beever-Jones (21) |
| Lucy Bronze (33) | Esme Morgan (24) |
Big Question: Can the next generation handle the pressure?
Full England squad analysis at SoccerNewsz.com
2. France & Germany’s Rebuild
France: Hervé Renard’s Revolution
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New Coach: Hired after 2023 WWC disappointment
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Tactical Shift: 4-3-3 (more attacking than Diacre’s 5-4-1)
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Key Player: Marie-Antoinette Katoto (12 goals in qualifiers)
Germany: Youth Movement
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Post-Magath Era: 35% squad turnover since 2022
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Secret Weapon: 19-year-old Jule Brand (8 assists in 2024)
3. Dark Horse Contenders
Spain’s Golden Generation
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Average Age: 22.6 (youngest at Euro 2025)
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Player to Watch: Salma Paralluelo (20) – 2024 Ballon d’Or runner-up
Sweden’s Last Dance
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Veteran Core: Asllani (35), Seger (40) final tournament
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Set-Piece Dominance: 47% goals from corners/FKs
4. Tactical Battles That Will Decide Euro 2025
⚔️ Key Matchup: England’s Press vs. Spain’s Possession Women’s Euro 2025
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England: 9.3 km avg. distance covered (highest in UEFA)
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Spain: 63% avg. possession (best in Europe)
Predicted Knockout Stage
| Quarterfinals | Semifinals | Final |
|---|---|---|
| England vs. Netherlands | England vs. Germany | England vs. France |
| France vs. Italy | France vs. Spain |
Our Pick: France wins 2-1 (Katoto 89′ winner)
5. Why This Could Be the Best Women’s Euro Ever
✅ 16 teams (up from 12 in 2022)
✅ New VAR technology (semi-automated offsides)
✅ Record TV deals (BBC & DAZN paying €60M+)
Broadcast details at SoccerNewsz.com
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