Switzerland vs Norway – Women’s EURO 2025 Group A preview: Kick-off time, where to watch, lineups and more
The UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 officially kicks off with a high-stakes clash between Switzerland and Norway in Group A. All eyes will be on St. Jakob-Park in Basel, where the host nation hopes to start strong in front of their home crowd.
Match Details
- Fixture: Switzerland vs Norway
- Competition: UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 – Group A (Matchday 1)
- Venue: St. Jakob-Park, Basel
- Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2025
- Kick-off: 20:00 CET / 19:00 BST / 15:00 Brasília time
- How to Watch: Check UEFA’s official broadcast partners for coverage in your region
What’s at Stake?
Switzerland are aiming for their first-ever Women’s EURO win against Norway, a side that has historically dominated this matchup. The Norwegians have won six of the eight meetings between the nations, including two victories in the Women’s Nations League earlier this year.
But playing at home could make all the difference for the Swiss. Under coach Pia Sundhage, they’re looking to tap into the momentum from recent friendlies and surprise one of the tournament’s traditional powerhouses.
Head-to-Head
- Total Matches: 8
- Norway wins: 6
- Draws: 1
- Switzerland wins: 1
- Goal difference: Norway 23–3 Switzerland
- Last meeting: Norway 1–0 Switzerland (Nations League, 2025)
Predicted Lineups
Switzerland (4-2-3-1):
Peng – Beney, Calligaris, Stierli, Maritz – Riesen, Wälti – Reuteler, Ivelj, Vallotto – Schertenleib
Norway (4-2-3-1):
Fiskerstrand – Hansen, Harviken, Mjelde, Bjelde – Engen, Bøe Risa – Reiten, Maanum, Graham Hansen – Hegerberg
Coaches’ Comments
Pia Sundhage (Switzerland):
“We’ve improved our scoring lately, which boosts confidence. We have strong players but also some who are inexperienced. I hope they’ll surprise everyone.”
Gemma Grainger (Norway):
“It’s an honour to play the opening game in the final’s stadium. The crowd will be behind Switzerland, but that motivates us even more.”
Match Prediction & What to Expect
Norway arrive as favorites on paper, with superstars like Ada Hegerberg and Caroline Graham Hansen leading the charge. But Switzerland’s home-field advantage, improved form, and tactical discipline could pose real problems.
This opening fixture will set the tone for both teams in a competitive Group A that also includes Iceland and Finland.
Euro 2025 – Group A Outlook
- Switzerland: Looking for a historic win on home soil
- Norway: Aiming to assert dominance early
- Iceland & Finland: Dark horses to watch
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