Montse Tomé is expected to leave the Spain women’s national team after their defeat in the Euro 2025 final
Former U-19 coach Sonia Bermúdez emerges as leading candidate for replacement
Spain women’s national team coach Montse Tomé is set to leave her position after guiding the team to a runner-up finish at the 2025 Women’s European Championship, according to reports from Spanish newspaper Marca. The official announcement is expected this Monday (11), bringing an end to her two-year tenure.
Tomé’s future had been uncertain despite Spain’s strong showing in the tournament. La Roja topped Group B with victories over Italy, Belgium and Portugal, before eliminating Switzerland in the quarter-finals and Germany in the semi-finals. In the final, they drew 1-1 with England in regular time, but were defeated in a penalty shootout, largely due to the heroics of England goalkeeper Hanna Hampton.
Pressure After Mixed Results
While the Euro run showcased Spain’s talent, Tomé has faced sustained criticism over her tactics and squad management. Her tenure began in 2023 but was overshadowed by a disappointing performance at the 2024 Olympic Games, which left the federation questioning whether she was the right figure to lead the team into its next competitive cycle.
Sonia Bermúdez Tipped as Successor
One of the leading candidates to replace Tomé is Sonia Bermúdez, a former Spain international with a proven track record in youth football. Bermúdez guided the Spanish U-19 women’s team to back-to-back European Championship titles in 2023 and 2024, earning praise for her tactical flexibility and player development skills.
Her appointment would mark a shift towards a younger coaching profile, aiming to maintain Spain’s attacking identity while adding a more modern, adaptable approach to match preparation.
Upcoming Nations League Challenge
The timing of the change is significant, with Spain set to face Sweden in the UEFA Women’s Nations League semi-finals on October 22 and 28. Whoever takes charge will have limited time to implement their ideas ahead of one of the team’s most crucial fixtures of the year.
