There is a hard fight for the ball, the pace is still very intense for both teams, France is the one who was looking for it the most, now England wants the leading role. Both teams have many inaccuracies with the ball.

France are getting closer and closer to the first, now they are the ones who have the possession of the ball. England kept defending and, compared to the first few minutes, they were no longer generating as much danger.

Despite being dominated, France is trying and looking to take the lead. “Les Blues are suffering when England have possession and despite the fact that a goal has already been disallowed, the pace has not slowed down and both teams are looking to take the lead.

England is better in these minutes, they are playing better than the French. Russo had given the reigning champions the lead but after the VAR review the goal was disallowed. The English were first, but the goal was disallowed for offside.

The pace of the action has been set, France has had the ball for the longest time. England are trying from the back but they keep defending against the attacks from “Les blues”.    

Han transcurrido los primeros minutos. Son los minutos en los que los 22 jugadores sobre el terreno de juego se reconocen y se asientan, hasta ahora Francia ha tenido la mayor posesión. Inglaterra lo intenta y lucha por el balón

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Lucy Bronze is a fundamental part of the Lionesses’ defensive structure. Recognized worldwide as one of the best right backs in the women’s game, her experience, strength and ability to get forward in attack make her an indispensable asset for England. Bronze brings balance between defense and offense, thanks to her stamina, accuracy in crosses and tactical reading. In this key match against France, her leadership and ability to stop unbalanced players will be vital for England to maintain control on their flank and limit their opponents’ attacking options. A real wall at the back.

The Olympique Lyonnais attacker is one of the most decisive players in the French team. Diani combines speed, power and great finishing ability, being a key player in her country’s scheme due to her constant overflow from the right side. Her contribution is not only limited to goals, but also to assists and pressure after losses. In big duels, he usually appears. She arrives at the Euro with a good run at club and national team level, and against England she will have the challenge of unbalancing against a physical and disciplined defense. She is the player to watch for “Les Bleues”.

France and England are in one of the most evenly matched and exciting duels in European women’s soccer. In their last five meetings, France has won three and England two, including a recent 2-1 victory for the French on English soil. In European Championships, they have met four times, with two wins apiece, including the most recent in 2017, when England won 1-0 in the quarterfinals. The history shows total parity, but with intense, high-scoring encounters: in the last five, all exceeded two goals.

The England women’s national team heads into its Euro 2025 debut as a natural candidate. The Lionesses, coached by Sarina Wiegman, arrive in confident mood after a solid preparation, culminating in an emphatic 7-0 win over Jamaica. This result reflects the attacking power and squad depth of the reigning European champions. England’s style of play is based on ball control, organized pressing and width on the flanks.

The France women’s national team enters its Euro 2025 debut with an ideal mix of confidence, consistency and competitive hunger. Coach Laurent Bonadéi’s charges are on a winning streak, with eight consecutive victories in official and friendly matches, including a recent 3-2 win over Brazil. This result reflects the solidity of the French project, which combines experience, youth and a proactive style of play.