The defending champions begin their Euro 2025 campaign against fellow-heavyweights France in a blockbuster Group D clash. Both sides' lead-up to the tournament has been far from smooth. England were rocked by the double-blow of Mary Earps' retirement and Millie Bright's decision to pull out of selection.

England were outplayed by France in Euros opener but have come roaring back to beat the Netherlands and Wales, scoring 10 goals in the process; they face Sweden in the quarter-finals; Sky Sports Laura

England's defence of their European title got off to a damaging start with defeat by France in their heavyweight group-stage clash in Zurich.

Beth Mead has credited England’s slow start against France for the Lionesses success at Euro 2025 so far ahead of a quarter-final against Sweden. England started off their Euro 2025 journey with a loss to France and there was plenty of fans who thought the reigning champions would be eliminated in the group stage.

Spain remain favoured to win Euro 2025 after a dominant display in group play. England and France are top contenders in the odds.

France forwards Marie-Antoinette Katoto and Sandy Baltimore scored first-half goals as they beat reigning champions England 2-1 in their Women's Euro Group D opener on Saturday, handing Lionesses manager Sarina Wiegman her first defeat at the finals of the competition.

On Saturday night, England kicked off their UEFA Women's Euro 2025 campaign against France—a clash that ultimately swung in favor of Les Bleues (2-1), much to the dismay of the reigning European champions who were left furious at the final whistle.

Spain matches up with Switzerland on July 18 at 3 p.m. ET in UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 Gold Cup in Bern, Switzerland. Which team will come out on top in this game? Find our prediction below. Game time: 3 p.