The 2025 Women’s Euro Championship promises to be an exciting tournament, showcasing Europe’s top footballing nations. The event will take place in July, and as anticipated, the usual powerhouses are once again the leading contenders for the title.
Spain, the reigning world champions, emerge as the frontrunners, having dominated European women’s football in recent years. They claimed their first World Cup title in 2023, defeating England, and followed that up by becoming the inaugural winners of the UEFA Nations League in 2024. Historically, their best performance in the Euro was finishing third in 1997, but they failed to qualify for the next three tournaments. In 2025, Spain aims for their fourth consecutive Euro appearance, hoping to improve upon their recent quarter-final exits in the last three editions. The rise of Barcelona’s women’s team, featuring stars like Aitana Bonmati and Alexia Putellas—both Ballon d’Or winners—has had a significant influence on Spain’s modern success.
England, another strong competitor, is looking to defend their title after a triumphant Euro 2022 campaign. Under the leadership of coach Sarina Wiegman, the Lionesses clinched their first major trophy and even reached the FIFA Women’s World Cup final the following year, narrowly losing to Spain. However, the team faces challenges as key players, including Mary Earps and Fran Kirby, have retired, and Millie Bright is currently unavailable. This situation presents a true test for England as they aim to reclaim their title.
Germany’s impressive footballing legacy positions them as serious contenders as well. With eight Euro titles from 13 tournaments, they are the most successful nation in the competition’s history. While they will miss legendary forward Alexandra Popp, who retired internationally earlier this year, Germany still boasts experienced players like Ann-Katrin Berger and Giulia Gwinn, who will be crucial as they strive to build on their recent bronze medal from the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Other teams to watch include Norway, Sweden, and the Netherlands, all of whom have the potential to clinch the trophy. Although Switzerland, the host nation, may face challenges due to inconsistent recent performances, past trends show that home nations have found success, providing hope for their supporters despite a drop in their League of Nations standing.
The tournament will welcome two debutants, Poland and Wales, to the 14th edition of the Women’s Euro. However, both teams find themselves in highly competitive groups, complicating their chances of advancing to the knockout stages. The matches could provide unexpected surprises, showcasing the determination and skill of these new entrants.
As the countdown to the tournament begins, fans and teams alike are eager to watch how the competition unfolds, with the possibility of new champions rising to prominence while established nations vie for glory.