Switzerland vs Iceland – UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Group A Match Preview
Kick-off time, where to watch, team news, line-ups, key players, and what’s at stake in Bern
Bern, Switzerland – July 6, 2025 – Hosts Switzerland aim to bounce back from a disappointing Group A opener when they face Iceland at Stadion Wankdorf. Kick-off is scheduled for 21:00 CET, with both sides eager to stay in contention for a quarter-final spot.
Kick-off Time & Broadcast Details
- Date: Sunday, July 6, 2025
- Time: 21:00 CET / 20:00 BST / 15:00 ET
- Venue: Stadion Wankdorf, Bern
TV & Streaming:
- Local UEFA Women’s EURO partners
- UK: BBC / ITV
- USA: FS1, FOX Sports app
- Global: UEFA.tv (selected territories)
Overview
Switzerland and Iceland enter their second match of Group A both searching for their first points of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025. The hosts were narrowly defeated by Norway in their opening fixture, while Iceland suffered a 1–0 loss to Finland after being reduced to 10 players early in the match.
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With qualification hopes hanging in the balance, a defeat for either side would leave them on the brink of elimination. Both teams must approach this match with urgency and belief.
Switzerland: Need to Bounce Back
Switzerland started brightly against Norway, taking an early lead through Géraldine Reuteler. However, they were eventually undone by a resilient Norwegian side and a missed second-half penalty proved costly. Coach Pia Sundhage knows her team must be more clinical in front of goal and tighter at the back if they are to secure a place in the knockout stages.
Key to Switzerland’s success will be the leadership of Lia Wälti in midfield and the creativity of Reuteler and Xhemaili going forward. They will need to control possession and take their chances, especially playing in front of a home crowd in Bern.
Iceland: Defensive Focus After Costly Red Card
Iceland’s opening match against Finland was disrupted early when Hildur Antonsdóttir was shown a red card within the first 15 minutes. Despite their numerical disadvantage, they held firm for most of the game before eventually conceding. Coach Þorsteinn Halldórsson will demand greater discipline and composure from his side against Switzerland.
With captain Glódís Viggósdóttir expected to return to the starting XI after missing the opener due to illness, Iceland should have more defensive stability. Offensively, they’ll look to Sveindís Jane Jónsdóttir and Karólína Lea Vilhjálmsdóttir to provide energy and creativity.
Team News
Switzerland:
- No major injury concerns reported.
- Smilla Vallotto is one yellow card away from suspension.
- Sydney Schertenleib is pushing for a start in attack.
Iceland:
- Hildur Antonsdóttir is suspended after a red card.
- Glódís Viggósdóttir expected to return after illness.
- Dagny Brynjarsdóttir could start in midfield.
Expected Lineups
Switzerland (3–5–2):
Peng; Calligaris, Stierli, Maritz; Beney, Wälti, Vallotto, Riesen, Reuteler; Xhemaili, Schertenleib
Iceland (4–4–1–1):
Rúnarsdóttir; Árnadóttir, Viggósdóttir, Sigurðardóttir, Arnardóttir; Jóhannsdóttir, Brynjarsdóttir, Vilhjálmsdóttir, Jessen; Jónsdóttir; Eiríksdóttir
Key Players
- Lia Wälti (Switzerland): A composed midfielder who anchors the team and controls the tempo.
- Géraldine Reuteler (Switzerland): Scored in the opening match and remains a constant attacking threat.
- Sveindís Jane Jónsdóttir (Iceland): Known for her pace and long throws, she’ll be key in transition.
- Glódís Viggósdóttir (Iceland): Her return could provide crucial leadership at the back.
What’s at Stake
With both teams pointless after Matchday 1, anything less than a win would put serious pressure on qualification hopes. A draw may not be enough depending on the result of Norway vs Finland earlier in the day. Expect a tight, competitive contest.
Head-to-Head
Recent Meetings:
- Switzerland 3–3 Iceland (Nations League, March 2025)
- Switzerland 0–0 Iceland (Nations League, February 2025)
- EURO 2017: Switzerland beat Iceland 2–1 in the group stage.
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