UEFA Women's Euro is in full swing with 16 nations saying farewell to the group stage and eight teams welcoming the quarterfinal round. Host nation Switzerland have set a breathtaking backdrop for preliminary rounds,

Amongst their star performers were the authoritative holding midfielder Patri Guijarro, the elusive Claudia Pina and the quick-footed Vicky Lopez, all familiar to anyone with even a passing knowledge of Barcelona. But it’s significant that none of that trio played in Spain’s triumph at World Cup 2023.

Spain's 14 goals scored in the group stage is a joint EUROs record. Swtizerland have scored in each of their last eight Women's EUROs matches. Spain have never won a Women's EURO quarter-final, losing at this stage in each of the past three tournaments.

Alexia Putellas is reveling in her phenomenal start to Women's Euro 2025 as her dazzling performances in Spain's title bid reminded fans why she is a two-time Ballon d'Or winner.

The quarter-finals of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 kicks off this Friday as hosts Switzerland Women and favourites Spain Women go head to head, then on Saturday France Women and Germany Women square off in a mega clash.

Elsewhere, Germany and France offer a showdown between two European powers, while Switzerland will try to stay alive against a heavily-favored and more proficient Spain. Norway vs. Italy is probably the least thrilling on paper, but it’s a chance to watch stars Ada Hegerberg and Caroline Graham Hansen book a spot in the semifinals.

Alexia Putellas is revelling in her phenomenal start to Women's Euro 2025 as her dazzling performances in Spain's title bid reminded fans why she is a two-time Ballon d'Or winner.