Denmark vs Sweden – UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Group C Preview
Kick-off time, where to watch, team news, lineups and key players ahead of the Scandinavian derby in Geneva
Geneva, July 4, 2025 – One of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025’s most anticipated group-stage clashes takes place this Friday, as Denmark face Sweden in a fiery all-Scandinavian encounter. The match will be held at the Stade de Genève, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 CET. Both sides are aiming for a strong start in a competitive Group C, which also includes Germany and Poland.
Kick-off Time & Broadcast Information
- Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
- Time: 18:00 CET (17:00 BST / 12:00 ET)
- Venue: Stade de Genève, Geneva, Switzerland
How to Watch:
- Denmark: Viaplay
- Sweden: TV4, C More
- UK: BBC iPlayer / ITVX
- USA: FS1, FOX Sports app
- Global: UEFA.tv (selected territories)
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Match Preview
This match offers more than just three points it’s a rivalry built on history, pride, and fierce competition. Sweden arrive in Switzerland full of confidence after a dominant 6–1 victory over Denmark in the Nations League earlier this year. Veteran striker Stina Blackstenius starred in that fixture, and coach Peter Gerhardsson will expect a similar performance.
Denmark, however, are determined to turn the page. Under the guidance of Swedish-born coach Andrée Jeglertz, the Danes have focused on tactical discipline and renewed belief. Key players like Pernille Harder and Signe Bruun are expected to lead from the front as they aim for revenge and a statement result.
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With both sides targeting the quarter-finals, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Team News
Denmark:
- No major injuries reported.
- Coach Jeglertz is expected to stick with a 3–4–3 formation.
- Pernille Harder will captain the side, with Signe Bruun and Yanni Thomsen in attack.
Sweden:
- Positive news for the squad as Fridolina Rolfö returned to training after a lengthy injury absence.
- Gerhardsson is likely to line up with a 4–3–3, balancing attacking strength and midfield control.
- Magdalena Eriksson and Nathalie Björn to anchor the defence.
Predicted Lineups
Denmark (3–4–3):
Christensen – Obaze, Ballisager, Veje – Thomsen, Christiansen, Hasbo, Madsen – Harder, Bruun, Møller
Sweden (4–3–3):
Musovic – Andersson, Eriksson, Björn, Ilestedt – Angeldahl, Rubensson, Asllani – Kaneryd, Blackstenius, Rolfö
Players to Watch
- Pernille Harder (Denmark) – The national captain and key playmaker; everything creative flows through her.
- Signe Bruun (Denmark) – Physically dominant and good in the air; Denmark’s goal threat.
- Stina Blackstenius (Sweden) – In top form and confident after her Nations League hat-trick.
- Fridolina Rolfö (Sweden) – Back from injury, she adds dynamism to Sweden’s attack.
From the Coaches
Andrée Jeglertz (Denmark):
“We need to start strong. The opening 15 minutes will set the tone. The goal is to show who we really are.”
Peter Gerhardsson (Sweden):
“We want to make life difficult for Denmark. We know their strengths, but we’ve prepared well.”
Head-to-Head Record
- Total meetings (since 2005): 15
- Sweden wins: 11
- Denmark wins: 4
- Draws: 0
- Last meeting: Sweden 6–1 Denmark (June 2025, Nations League)
Group Context
- Group C Teams: Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Poland
- With Germany also tipped to progress, both sides will view this as a crucial fixture in the race for the top two spots.
