One more week and the biggest women's football tournament Switzerland has ever seen gets under way. On Wednesday, 2 July, the Swiss team will open Women's EURO 2025 against Norway at St. Jakob-Park in Basel. Until the final on 27 July, also in Basel, Switzerland will be all about women's football.
Switzerland's fixtures
- Wed, 2 July: Switzerland - Norway, Basel
- Sun, 6 July: Switzerland - Iceland, Bern
- Thu, 10 July: Finland - Switzerland, Geneva
The top two in each group go through to the quarter-finals. For Switzerland that would be a historic achievement, as their previous European Championships have always ended after the group stage.
The team
Head coach Pia Sundhage is relying on a mix of experience and youth. Captain Lia Wälti sets the tempo in midfield, while Géraldine Reuteler provides pace and a goal threat. They are joined by young players such as Sydney Schertenleib, who is under contract at FC Barcelona and is considered one of the country's biggest talents. Expectations are high, and so is the pressure. A home tournament is both an opportunity and a burden.
The favourites
World champions Spain are the top favourites. The Spanish team plays technically brilliant passing football. Defending champions England, Germany and France are also among the leading contenders. Sweden and the Netherlands are always capable of a surprise, too.
Eight host cities
Matches will be played in Basel, Bern, Geneva, Zurich, St. Gallen, Lucerne, Thun and Sion. Demand for tickets is huge, and many matches have been sold out for weeks. All host cities have fan zones where the matches are shown on big screens. So even without a ticket, you can still experience the atmosphere live.
Tips for stadium visitors
- Travel by train: The stadiums are easy to reach by public transport.
- Arrive early: Security checks take time, and the atmosphere before kick-off is part of the experience.
- Sun protection: July in Switzerland can get hot. Don't forget a hat, sunscreen and water.
What the Euros mean for Swiss football
There are high hopes that the home Euros will have a lasting effect: more girls taking up football, more spectators in the Women's Super League and more attention for women's football overall. Clubs all over the country are already preparing for a rush after the tournament.
Get active yourself
Nothing is more motivating than a major tournament on your own doorstep. If you feel like kicking a ball yourself after a match, you can get started in the garden, in the school playground or at a club. Exercises that offer quick moments of success are ideal for beginners. With the VOLLEYCHAMP®, the ball is ready and waiting for a volley, so even beginners can find out straight away what a cleanly struck ball feels like.
A celebration for everyone
Whether you play yourself, cheer on the team in the stadium or watch on TV: these Euros are a unique opportunity to experience women's football in all its facets. Let yourself be swept along.
The opening match as a benchmark
Norway are the strongest opponents in the group, right at the start. With Ada Hegerberg and Caroline Graham Hansen, they have world-class quality in attack. A point in the first match would send a strong signal. But even if they lose, everything is still to play for, because Switzerland can secure progress on their own against Iceland and Finland.
We'll be keeping our fingers crossed for the Nati. Hopp Schwiiz!
