A chaotic opening spell gave England plenty to think about if they play either of these teams in the quarter-finals

ZURICH — Sweden put down a statement 4-1 win over Germany at the Women’s European Championship on Saturday and secured a potentially easier route to the final. This could be the year Sweden shakes off its ‘bridesmaid’ reputation.

Germany faces off against Sweden in UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 on July 12 at 3 p.m. ET, held in Zürich, Switzerland. Who will take home the win? Read on for our prediction.

The battle for first place in Group C will be completed on Saturday, as Germany and Sweden lock horns to see who has the better seeding heading into the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship Quarterfinals.

Sweden laid down a significant marker in their quest to win a first major title in four decades, defeating eight-time European champions Germany at the UEFA Women’s Euro.

Stina Blackstenius scored to bring Sweden level 1-1 against Germany. 1 HOUR AGO・UEFA Women's EURO・0:23

At first, things were actually looking really good against Sweden. The DFB women started strong in the decisive game for the group win at the Euros. After several chances, it was Jule Brand who put the Wück team ahead after just seven minutes. But then Sweden completely turned the game around.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Sweden vs. Germany Uefa Women's European Championship game from July 12, 2025 on ESPN.

The perennial semi-finalists set out their stall with their accommodation choice in Switzerland and their low-key approach is working so far