Germany vs Poland – UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Group C Match Preview

All you need to know ahead of this Group C clash: kick-off time, TV details, team news, predicted lineups, key players, and more

St. Gallen, Switzerland – July 4, 2025  Germany begin their UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 campaign with a highly anticipated clash against debutants Poland in Group C. With both teams eager to make a strong start, this encounter at the Arena St. Gallen promises excitement, tension, and tactical battles. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 CEST.

Kick-off Time & How to Watch

• Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
• Time: 20:00 CEST / 19:00 BST / 14:00 ET
• Venue: Arena St. Gallen, Switzerland

TV Broadcast:

• Germany: ARD, ZDF
• Poland: TVP Sport
• UK: BBC iPlayer, ITV1
• USA: FOX Sports, FS1
• International: UEFA.tv (selected territories)

Match Preview

Germany arrive in Switzerland as one of the tournament favourites. With eight European titles and a runner-up finish at Euro 2022, expectations are once again sky-high. Under new head coach Christian Wück, the team has enjoyed a strong build-up, going unbeaten in the UEFA Nations League group stage and scoring 26 goals in the process.

Poland, on the other hand, are making their tournament debut. Led by coach Nina Patalon, the Polish side earned their place via the playoffs and now face a steep challenge in their opening match. However, with star striker Ewa Pajor in their ranks, Poland will believe they can test even the strongest opponents.

This clash is a classic case of established pedigree versus rising potential.

Team News

Germany:

• No major injury concerns reported.
• Captain Giulia Gwinn is expected to start at right-back.
• Lea Schüller will likely lead the line after a strong club season.
• Klara Bühl, Jule Brand, and Laura Freigang are all in contention to support the attack.

Poland:

• Coach Patalon is expected to field a compact and disciplined 4-3-3 setup.
• Ewa Pajor, who recently starred for Barcelona, will spearhead the attack.
• Midfielders Tanja Pawollek and Natalia Padilla expected to play key supporting roles.

Predicted Lineups

Germany (4–2–3–1):
Berger – Gwinn, Minge, Knaak, Kett – Lohmann, Senß – Brand, Freigang, Bühl – Schüller

Poland (4–3–3):
Szemik – Wiankowska, Dudek, Szymczak, Zieniewicz – Pawollek, Achcińska, Kamczyk – Padilla, Pajor, Tomasiak

Players to Watch

• Lea Schüller (Germany) – An elite finisher with pace and aerial presence; Germany’s top goal threat.
• Klara Bühl (Germany) – Creative winger who provides width and dribbling ability.
• Giulia Gwinn (Germany) – New captain and experienced leader from full-back.
• Ewa Pajor (Poland) – One of Europe’s most prolific forwards; her finishing and movement are top-class.
• Tanja Pawollek (Poland) – A composed midfielder who will be key to breaking Germany’s rhythm.

From the Coaches

Christian Wück (Germany):

“We have respect for Poland, especially a player like Pajor. But our focus is on our own structure and identity. The first match sets the tone.”

Nina Patalon (Poland):

“It’s a big moment for us. We’re facing a giant of the women’s game, but we are not here just to participate. We want to compete.”

Head-to-Head Record

Last meetings:

• Germany 4–1 Poland (2023, Qualifiers)
• Poland 1–3 Germany (2023, Qualifiers)

Total wins:

• Germany: 5
• Poland: 0
• Draws: 1

Germany hold a dominant record historically, but this is their first meeting at a major tournament.

Group C Outlook

• Group C Teams: Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Poland
• Germany are expected to top the group, but with Sweden and Denmark posing strong challenges, there is little room for error.
• For Poland, every point matters. A positive result in the opener would give them momentum heading into matches against Denmark and Sweden.