The UEFA Women's Euro 2025 is underway, and all eyes are on the Group B clash between Spain and Portugal. The match takes place on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the Stadion Wankdorf in Bern, Switzerland.
Spain enters the tournament as one of the favorites, fresh off their 2023 World Cup victory. They also won their UEFA Nations League group, demonstrating their consistent form. La Roja aims to win their first European Championship title. Portugal, making their third consecutive appearance at the Women's Euro, seeks to advance beyond the group stage for the first time.
For viewers in the United States, the match will be broadcast on FOX and available for streaming on Fubo, ViX, and the FOX Sports App. In the UK, ITV will televise the game on ITV 1 and ITVX, with coverage beginning at 19:15 BST ahead of the 20:00 kick-off. Other international streaming options include Disney+ and Fox in the USA, TSN+ in Canada, and Optus Sport in Australia. RTVE Play in Spain and RTP Play in Portugal will offer free streams in their respective countries.
Spain has dominated their previous encounters with Portugal, winning all six competitive games. Their most recent victory was a 7-1 win in the Women's Nations League in April, with Aitana Bonmatí and Alexia Putellas both scoring twice. Spain has won its last two games against Portugal by an aggregate score of 11-3, scoring at least four goals in both matches.
Portugal's coach, Montserrat Tomé, acknowledges Portugal's defensive strategy and quick counter-attacking ability. Portugal's veteran forward Carolina Mendes is out injured, while Barcelona attacker Kika Nazareth is in the squad despite an ankle issue. Diana Silva, Portugal's third-highest goalscorer, is expected to play a key attacking role alongside Jessica Silva. Ana Borges said that this EURO might be her last dance with the national team in international competitions. Jéssica Silva said that not being the favorites might take some pressure off the team.
Spain will likely focus on dominating possession and pressing high, led by Mariona Caldentey and Alexia Putellas. Although Aitana Bonmatí is back with the squad after viral meningitis, she is not expected to play. Maria Méndez said she is enthusiastic about playing in the EURO and competing against the best national teams. She added that the team is transforming the pressure into ambition and excitement.
With Spain's strong form and historical dominance over Portugal, they are expected to win. However, Portugal's determination to make it out of the group stage for the first time adds an element of unpredictability to the match.