Switzerland Needs Draw Against Finland for Euro Quarterfinal Spot

It requires a point for Pia Sundhage's Switzerland to avoid a European Championship fiasco. At the same time, a star-studded Norway is already clear for the quarterfinals.

» Published: July 09 2025 at 12:24

Switzerland Needs Draw Against Finland for Euro Quarterfinal Spot
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What: European Championship, women's football, Finland–Switzerland, group A.

When: Thursday, July 10, 21.00.

Where: Stade de Genève, Geneva.

TV/radio: SVT24, SVT Play and Radiosporten.

+ Draw is enough for advancement

After a tough loss in the opening match against Norway, the host nation Switzerland loosened up in the 2–0 win over Iceland. In the meeting with Finland, a draw is now enough for the team to advance to the quarterfinals.

+ Finland is fighting for survival

Finland won their opening match against Iceland after a beautiful goal by Katariina Kosola. After the loss to Norway (1–2), a win is required to secure a quarterfinal spot – this against a pressured home nation.

What: European Championship, women's football, Norway–Iceland, group A.

When: Thursday, July 10, 21.00.

Where: Stockhorn arena, Thun.

TV/radio: Kunskapskanalen, SVT Play and Radiosporten.

+ Norway tries to find championship form

Norway has – despite stars like Ada Hegerberg, Caroline Graham Hansen and Frida Maanum in the team – managed with a narrow margin, and taken two narrow wins. As a result, they are already qualified for the quarterfinals. The match against Iceland can be an opportunity for Norway to relax and find their game.

+ Iceland already eliminated

At the same time as Norway became the first team to advance, Iceland became the first team to be eliminated from this year's European Championship. For the team, the final meeting is a chance to leave with their heads held high.

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