Germany faces a challenging quarterfinal match against France in the UEFA Women’s European Championships on Saturday, July 19, 2025. The match kicks off at 3 p.m. ET at St. Jakob-Park in Basel, Switzerland. France comes into the game with an impressive record, having won all their matches in the tournament and securing 11 consecutive victories in 2025.
Fans in the USA can catch the match live on FOX or stream it for free through platforms like DirecTV, FuboTV, and Hulu + Live TV. Betting on the match is also available, with France being favored to win at +115 on FanDuel.
In the backdrop of this thrilling matchup, discussions are stirring around the role of female coaches in women’s soccer. Historical data shows that all seven teams who have won the Women’s European Championship since 1997 were led by female coaches. At Euro 2025, while there are 9 male coaches, the presence of 7 female coaches indicates a slow yet positive trend towards gender representation in coaching roles.
Prominent figures like UEFA managing director of women’s soccer, Nadine Kessler, advocate for increased female representation among coaches. She emphasizes that while progress has been made, there’s more work to do to elevate women in management positions within the sport. Coaches like Gemma Grainger from Norway express hope for future tournaments, envisioning a time when female coaches comprise the majority coaching in high-profile competitions.
Investments in coaching scholarships and tournament regulations aimed at employing female coaches reflect efforts from UEFA to encourage more women to take up coaching roles. However, there are calls for a balanced approach where both genders are treated equally in coaching opportunities.
This discussion is just as vital as the upcoming match as it highlights the intersection of sports and gender equity, showcasing the potential for women’s soccer to grow not only on the pitch but also in leadership roles. The future looks hopeful for female coaches in soccer, as ongoing efforts aim to ensure that opportunities for coaching positions are afforded to qualified candidates, regardless of gender.
As the countdown to the match against France begins, it serves as a reminder that the game continues to evolve and represent broader societal shifts towards equality and inclusivity.