The Swiss women’s national football team faced a significant setback in their preparations for the upcoming Euros, suffering a 7-1 defeat against the male Under-15 team of FC Luzern. This loss came after the women initially took the lead through a goal by Alayah Pilgrim but quickly conceded seven unanswered goals. This match was the second defeat to a junior team in their Euro 2025 preparations, having previously lost 2-1 to FC Solothurn.
Alisha Lehmann, known as the “world’s sexiest footballer” and a key figure on the team, participated in the match after being called up at the last minute to replace the injured Alena Bienz. Lehmann, who has a substantial social media following, expressed her excitement about representing Switzerland at the Euros and emphasized her gratitude for the chance.
Despite this disappointing result, the Swiss Football Association emphasized that playing against junior teams is not unheard of in women’s football. The aim of these matches is to enhance competitive training, with a focus on physical conditioning rather than just outcomes. Spokesperson Sven Micossé noted that the intensity and mileage in these preparations mirror international matches.
Looking ahead, Switzerland will kick off their Euro 2025 campaign against Norway on Thursday. They are hoping to improve upon their previous Euros performance, where they collected only one point from three matches.
Lehmann’s inclusion in the team comes amidst personal changes, having reportedly ended her relationship with fellow Juventus player Douglas Luiz just months after they both joined the club. As Switzerland seeks a stronger showing in the upcoming tournament, the team is hopeful that these challenges will contribute positively to their growth and performance on the international stage.