Norway Defeats Host Switzerland 2-1 in Women’s Euro 2025 Opener

Switzerland took an early lead against Norway in the opening game of the Women's Euro 2025 at St. Jakob-Park in Basel, with Nadine Riesen scoring a spectacular goal that energized the home crowd. Despite dominating the first half, Switzerland eventually fell to a 2-1 defeat after Norwegian captain Ada Hegerberg equalized with a header and was involved in an own goal by Switzerland's Julia Stierli. Hegerberg missed a penalty in the 70th minute, and a subsequent Swiss penalty was overturned by VAR, but Norway managed to hold on for the victory. The result leaves Norway top of Group A, putting pressure on Switzerland’s campaign as they seek only their second win in seven European Championship matches. The match highlighted the contrasting fortunes of Switzerland's youthful squad and Norway’s experienced team, with coach Pia Sundhage acknowledging the narrow margins between success and failure. Fans and players alike showed resilience and sportsmanship, applauding the efforts despite the upset.