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Match Info Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Spain Women vs Portugal Women |
| Date | Thursday, 3 July 2025 |
| Kick-off | 21:00 CEST / 20:00 GMT |
| Venue | Stadion Wankdorf, Bern, Switzerland |
| Competition | UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 – Group B |
| Live on | ITV (UK), RTP1 (PT), UEFA.tv (international) |
Match Context
The stage is set for Group B’s headline opener as Spain Women, the reigning FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 champions, take on Portugal Women, who are chasing their first-ever Euro knockout qualification. The match will be held on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Stadion Wankdorf in Bern, and it marks a moment of truth for two Iberian neighbours whose footballing fortunes couldn’t be more different right now.
Spain enters the tournament as not just favourites in this group—but one of the frontrunners to win the whole thing. Since lifting the World Cup trophy in Australia in 2023, Spain have been in formidable form. They won the Nations League 2024, dominated their Euro qualifying campaign, and recently humbled Portugal twice in April 2025, scoring 11 goals across both legs. With superstars like Alexia Putellas, Salma Paralluelo, and Aitana Bonmatí (recently cleared to return after a brief health scare), Spain boast elite talent in every department.
On the other hand, Portugal are fighting to prove they belong on this stage. After making their Euro debut in 2017 and narrowly missing out on the knockouts in 2022, they’ve built steadily under coach Francisco Neto. But the road to Euro 2025 has been rocky they’ve suffered heavy losses to England and Belgium, and were exposed defensively against this same Spanish side just months ago. Still, with players like Fátima Pinto, Andreia Jacinto, and Diana Silva, Portugal can be dangerous on the counter and in set-piece situations.
Key Battles & Tactical Insight
- Spain’s midfield overtime vs Portugal’s compact block
Spain’s trio (Putellas, Bonmatí, Paralluelo) thrives on control, while Portugal’s midfield, led by Pinto and Jacinto, will aim to disrupt and break transitions - Full-back contest: Carmona vs Boal
Olga Carmona’s overlapping runs could overload Portugal’s right side full-back Rodríguez will need discipline. - Clinical finishing vs defensive fragility
Spain’s sharp shooting exposed Portugal before; expect Spain to hunt early goals and keep Portugal chasing shadows.
Predicted Lineups (Formation 1st Listed is Home)
Spain (4‑2‑3‑1):
GK: Cata Coll
RB – RB
CB – CB
CB – CB
LB – Carmona
CM – Putellas, Bonmatí
RW – Paralluelo
CAM – Guijarro
LW – Pina
ST – Martín-Prieto
*Coll is in doubt after tonsillitis; Bonmatí rejoined squad but fitness uncertain
Portugal (4‑3‑3):
GK: Portugal GK
RB, CB, CB, LB
CM – Pinto, Jacinto, Gomes
RW – Silva
ST – Delgado (or similar)
LW – Cantinho
Players to Watch
Spain – Alexia Putellas: Back in full flow after long-term knee recovery. Her creativity, leadership, and knack for clutch moments make her the driving force
Portugal – Fátima Pinto: Veteran midfielder (91 caps) offering balance and link play. Her set-piece delivery and energy are vital against Spain’s pressing .
Recent Form & Statistics
Form (Last 5):
- Spain: vs Japan (3‑1), vs England (2‑1), vs Belgium (5‑1), vs Portugal (7‑1), vs Portugal (4‑2)
- Portugal: vs Belgium (0‑3), vs England (0‑6), vs Spain (1‑7), vs Spain (2‑4), vs Nigeria (0‑0)
H2H (Last 5 meetings):
- Spain 7–1 Portugal (Apr 2025)
- Portugal 2–4 Spain (Apr 2025)
- Spain 2–0 Portugal (Jul 2017)
- Portugal 1–4 Spain (Apr 2016)
- Spain 2–0 Portugal (Dec 2015)
Bonus Stat: Spain have won all 6 previous H2H and netted 21 goals while conceding just 4 .
Prediction or Final Thought
Spain’s technical superiority, deep squad, and psychological edge suggest a dominant display. Portugal may resist early, but Spain’s fluid midfield and wing-play should doom their hopes.
Score Prediction: Spain 3‑0 Portugal
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