The highly anticipated match between England and Wales in the Women's Euro 2025 is set to take place on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at 8pm BST in St Gallen, Switzerland. This Group D clash is critical for both teams as they fight for a spot in the quarter-finals.
For England, the defending champions, a win against Wales would guarantee their place in the knockout stages. Even a draw could be enough, provided that the Netherlands doesn't beat France in their respective match. After a dominant 4-0 victory against the Netherlands, England seems to have found a successful formula, with key players like Lauren James, Ella Toone, and Jess Carter making significant contributions. England defender Alex Greenwood has downplayed the rivalry, stating, "For me, it's another game. It's now the most important game we're going to play and that's how I treat it". However, manager Sarina Wiegman acknowledges the challenges Wales may present: "Wales as a team are very compact, they can fight, they're really together. When they have the ball, they can play direct and they want to play too".
Wales, making their debut in a major tournament, faces a tougher road to qualify. To advance, they need to defeat England with a significant goal difference and hope that France beats the Netherlands. Despite the odds, the Welsh team is determined to showcase their capabilities and leave a mark on the competition.
The match marks the 11th meeting between England and Wales in women's football. Historically, England has dominated with nine wins, while Wales has yet to secure a victory, with only one draw between the two sides. The previous encounter saw Wales hold England to a goalless draw during the 2018 World Cup qualifier.
The game will be broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX, with coverage starting at 7pm.