By Catherine MacKenzie (08/07/2025) Above: England v Netherlands in 2022. Photo: Sky Sports. England’s Lionesses face the Dutch OranjeLeeuwinnen (“Orange Lionesses”) tomorrow evening in a must-win game for both sides. It is hard to remember a match with as many narratives behind it as this one. When England face the Netherlands in Switzerland for theirContinue reading “Clash of the Lionesses: the stories behind England v Netherlands”
Category Archives: Previews
WAFCON: A Must Watch
Above: Some stars of the competition posing at the WAFCON unveiling. Image: CAF Online. By Emmanuel Faith (7/5/25). One could rename this month of July “Women’s Football Summer” thanks to the array of ongoing captivating competitions. The Euros kicked off days ago, and the matches so far have given us a glimpse of what toContinue reading “WAFCON: A Must Watch”
Euros preview: Wales
By Gethin Thurlow (2/7/2025) Above: The Cymru squad heading to Switzerland. Photo: Cymru on X For the first time ever, Wales are in a major international tournament. They’ve been thrown right into the deep end with their group: the plucky underdogs will be looking to cause a few upsets, particularly against rivals England. Squad Goalkeepers:Continue reading “Euros preview: Wales”
Euros preview: Netherlands
By Rachel Gore (30/6/25) Above: The Netherlands starting line up ahead of their fixture against South Africa. Photo: Oranjeleeuwinnen. The Netherlands took home the Euros trophy in 2017 but have underwhelmed since. This summer, the side want to impress once more and make it past the quarterfinals. Squad: Goalkeepers: Daphne van Domselaar (Arsenal), Lize KopContinue reading “Euros preview: Netherlands”
Euros Preview: England
By Ava-Marianne Elliott (29/06/25) Above: The England team that lined up in their Euros send off game. Photo: Lionesses on Twitter. The Lionesses have already etched their names into the history books. A phenomenal run in UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 fuelled by grit and determination led them to a first-placed finish, and their run inContinue reading “Euros Preview: England”
Euros Preview: France
by Jean-Pierre Thiesset (28/6/25) Above: The France national team who will take on Switzerland. Photo: equipedefrancef. Les Bleues, ranked second in Europe and 11th in the world go into the tournament with high hopes. Squad Goalkeepers: Justine Lerond (Montpellier, France), Constance Picaud, (Fleury, France), Pauline Peyraud-Magnin, (Juventus, Italy). Defenders: Selma Bacha, (OL Lyonnes, France), LouContinue reading “Euros Preview: France”
Euros Preview: Germany
Above: Germany taking on Australia in Alex Popp’s last game before retirement. Photo: DFB/Yuliia Perekopaiko. By Boh Blythin (27/6/25). Germany are heading into the 2025 Euros ready to compete for their place at the summit of European football, led by captain Giulia Gwinn. They prepare to clash with rivals Sweden and Denmark in a thrillingContinue reading “Euros Preview: Germany”
Euros Preview: Denmark
Above: Denmark poses for a team photo. Image: @dbulandshold on Twitter. By Alyce Collett (26/6/26). Denmark are regulars at the Women’s Euros, but after being unable to replicate the highs of 2017 at the 2022 edition, can things go better for the Danes this time around? Squad: Goalkeepers: Maja Bay Østergaard (Vaxjo DFF), Kathrine LarsenContinue reading “Euros Preview: Denmark”
Euros Preview: Poland
Above: Poland team photo ahead of Euros qualifier. Image: PZPN (Polish Football Association). By Ella McShane (25/6/25). Poland is set to make their UEFA Women’s Euro debut this summer. Having defied the odds just to qualify, they’ve already written their name into modern women’s football history and bring prospect and unrivalled belief to Switzerland thisContinue reading “Euros Preview: Poland”
Euros Preview: Sweden
Above: Sweden lines up for a team photo. Image: Svensk Fotboll (Facebook). By Aimee-Lou Caldecourt (24/6/25). This is a side with some incredible talent which should not be overlooked for a second. With only two appearances at the Euros where they haven’t qualified for at least the semi-finals, Sweden will be looking to go allContinue reading “Euros Preview: Sweden”
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