Women's EURO 2025 is over, and it will go down in Swiss history as one of the most successful sporting events ever. Full stadiums, enthusiastic fans, and a dramatic final in Basel: this summer has shown the power that women's football can unleash.
England defend their title
In the final on 27 July at St. Jakob-Park, England and Spain faced off, a rematch of the 2023 World Cup final. Spain took the lead, but England equalised in the second half. It was 1-1 after 120 minutes, with the English team prevailing in the penalty shootout to successfully defend their 2022 title. For England, it was also revenge for their 2023 World Cup final defeat, while for Spain, it was a bitter loss after a strong tournament.
A spectator record
Never before have so many people attended a Women's European Championship in the stadium. A total of over 650,000 spectators came to the 31 matches, more than at the previous record-breaking tournament in England in 2022. For a comparatively small country like Switzerland, this is an impressive figure. In addition, there were full fan zones and high television ratings.
The Nati makes history
For the Swiss national team, it was the most successful tournament in their history. After a dramatic equaliser against Finland in stoppage time, they reached the quarter-finals of a European Championship for the first time. That was where their journey ended against world champions Spain in Bern, but the team left the pitch to the applause of their crowd. The players touched the nation and showed what is possible with passion and team spirit.
What must happen now
A tournament alone does not change anything. What happens afterwards is what counts. For the European Championship to have a lasting impact, the following is needed:
- More opportunities for girls: Clubs should build girls' teams and offer taster training sessions.
- More female coaches: Well-trained female coaches serve as role models and ensure that girls stay involved.
- Better infrastructure: Training times, pitches, and changing rooms must be allocated fairly.
- Visibility: The Women's Super League deserves more spectators and media attention.
The England effect as a model
After hosting the EURO in 2022, England demonstrated how to capitalise on the momentum. The number of girls in clubs increased, and the Women's Super League suddenly attracted significantly more spectators. Whether Switzerland can achieve something similar depends on how consistently associations and clubs act now.
What we have learned as fans
Many who saw a women's football match live for the first time were surprised by the pace, technique, and atmosphere. The best teams played with precision, speed, and courage. Particularly striking was how many goals were scored after quick combinations and first-time finishes. High-level technique, regardless of gender.
Get started yourself
If the European Championship has inspired you, now is the best time to get active yourself. The new season is starting, and many clubs are looking for players of all ages. If you want to practise on your own first, you can start with simple technical drills in the garden. With the VOLLEYCHAMP®, you can practise volleys without a partner - ideal for getting started and for anyone who wants to hone their shooting technique after the summer.
A top-notch host
Switzerland was also convincing in terms of organisation. Punctual trains, safe stadiums, and a peaceful, family-friendly atmosphere characterised the tournament. Many international guests praised the short travel distances and the hospitality. This is a great calling card for future major events in the country.
Thank you, Nati, for this unforgettable summer! And thank you to everyone who made this celebration possible.
