Switzerland Secures First Home Euros Win Over Iceland Before Record Crowd

Host nation Switzerland revitalized their UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 campaign with a crucial 2-0 victory over Iceland in Bern, witnessed by nearly 30,000 fans, one of the tournament's largest crowds. Géraldine Reuteler scored the opening goal with 14 minutes left, and Alayah Pilgrim sealed the win in the final minute, securing Switzerland's chance to advance to the quarterfinals. The match, played in rainy conditions contrasting the earlier heat wave, saw intense moments including disallowed goals and multiple attempts hitting the crossbar from both teams. Switzerland and Finland are now tied on points, making their upcoming group match decisive for a quarterfinal spot, while Iceland is eliminated. The enthusiastic home crowd, alongside the 2,000 Icelandic supporters, created a vibrant atmosphere, with Swiss captain Lia Wälti expressing deep emotional gratitude for the fan support. This win has generated great euphoria among Swiss fans, who celebrated despite the rain, reflecting the growing excitement around their team's performance at the tournament.