Wales Debuts, England Defends in Euro 2025

The UEFA Women's Euro 2025 will be held in Switzerland from July 2 to July 27, featuring 16 national teams, including debutants Wales and defending champions England, who will compete without key players Mary Earps and Fran Kirby. The competition marks a milestone for Wales, making their first appearance after years of near-misses. Teams will compete in a group stage followed by knockout rounds for a record €41 million prize pool. The tournament opens with Iceland facing Finland, and the final will take place at St Jakob-Park in Basel on July 27. In the UK, matches will be broadcast on BBC and ITV with streaming on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds, while Disney+ offers live coverage in the U.S. UEFA aims for broad accessibility with coverage across multiple platforms and regions.