Switzerland aren’t done fighting! Putellas steps up to make it three, but Peng guesses right and pulls off a brilliant save to keep it at 2-0. A big moment for the Swiss keeper, and a reminder that they’re going down swinging.
Switzerland aren’t done fighting! Putellas steps up to make it three, but Peng guesses right and pulls off a brilliant save to keep it at 2-0. A big moment for the Swiss keeper, and a reminder that they’re going down swinging.
It’s looking like the end of the road for Switzerland, but they’ve given a performance to be proud of. In the first half, they held off Spain’s relentless pressure, stayed organised, and even saw off a missed penalty. Tactically, they were spot on. But world champions know how to wait, Spain stayed patient, and when the moment came, they took it.
Spain strike again, and this one’s a beauty. Claudia Pina steals the ball off Lia Walti, who expected a free-kick and stopped momentarily, but the referee waved play on. Pina didn’t wait around. She drifted forward and unleashed a thunderous strike from 20 yards out that flew into the top corner. An absolute stunner.
Switzerland’s players and fans are furious, convinced there was a foul in the buildup, but Spain took full advantage. Two quick goals, and the world champions have taken control.
Spain finally break the deadlock, and it’s the substitute Athenea del Castillo who makes the difference. Aitana Bonmati does superbly well inside the box, holding off defenders with her back to goal before turning and sliding a perfectly weighted pass into Athenea’s path.
The forward stays composed and slots it into the bottom corner. After all the pressure, the world champions finally have their reward.
Spain make their first change of the night as Mariona Caldentey makes way for Athenea. A switch in intent, more direct pace up front as Spain look to break the deadlock.
A stunning turn from Bonmati opens up space on the edge of the box, but just as she looks set to pull the trigger, she’s brought down. Free-kick for Spain, but no real chance created from it. She's starting to find those pockets, though.
A clever ball is played through for Beney, but Paredes spots the danger early and cuts it out. Something to watch as the game goes on, this is Coll’s first appearance of the tournament after dealing with tonsillitis.
She hasn’t faced much yet, but if Switzerland start testing her or it goes to penalties, that could be a big storyline.
Pina glides past two defenders with a brilliant bit of footwork, but Riesen recovers quickly to shut her down. A few passes later, Schertenleib rises for a header and clashes with Aleixandri. It’s a heavy one, but Schertenleib is back on her feet and good to continue. Switzerland stay solid.
The second half kicks off in Bern and Spain are straight back on the front foot. The world champions aren’t letting up, and with the pressure they’re piling on, a goal from open play feels like it’s coming. Switzerland, though, have been organised. No substitutions yet from either side.
Half-time and it’s goalless in Bern. Spain have had the ball, the chances, and even a penalty, but Caldentey missed from the spot. Switzerland have defended superbly, staying compact and cutting off every route to goal. It’s been all Spain, but the Swiss won’t mind.
We head into two minutes of added time at the end of a tense first half. Spain have dominated the ball, hit the post, and missed a penalty, but Switzerland are still right in it.
Claudia Pina whips in a brilliant ball, curling right into the danger zone. Irene Paredes ghosts in at the back post, completely unmarked, and powers her header down, but it bounces off the post and out!
So, so close for Spain. They’ll have another corner to try again.
Schertenleib wins the ball cleanly and sends it Beney’s way, who comes sprinting to collect, but Aleixandri barges her to the ground. Everyone expects a Swiss free-kick, but the decision somehow goes Spain’s way. They waste no time and push upfield, still hunting that opening goal.
Bonmati tries to take matters into her own hands, but her shot curls wide. Spain are throwing everything forward, but nothing’s sticking. For all their possession, it just isn’t clicking in the final third.
Spain pounce on a loose ball and Carmona swings it into the box. There’s a quick exchange of passes, but Maritz reads it well and clears. Spain come again, this time through Pina, who smashes one at goal, Peng holds on without fuss.
Worth noting: this is the 18th consecutive major tournament match where Maritz and Walti have started together in defence for Switzerland. That experience is clearly paying off.
Pina goes down just outside the box, looked like she made the most of it, but the referee gives the free-kick. She dusts herself off and takes it herself, whipping it straight at goal. It’s dipping under the bar, but Peng flies across and pulls off a brilliant stop to keep it out. Spain getting closer.
Spain come roaring back after that penalty miss, testing Peng with a low shot. The keeper spills it into a dangerous area, but there’s no red shirt close enough to pounce. Moments later, Maritz shows great composure to shield the ball and win a goal kick. Switzerland hanging in there.
Huge moment early on and it goes begging. Caldentey steps up but sends her penalty wide of Peng’s right post, never looked convincing, and Switzerland breathe a massive sigh of relief. That’s a gift, and they’ll take it.
Spain are pressing high and hard, swarming every Swiss touch and not letting them breathe. Switzerland are trying to stay calm, playing out from the back, but it’s tense every time they go near their own box.
They've managed to hold firm so far, but you have to wonder how long they can survive this relentless pressure.
Spain try to turn on the style as Putellas and Carmona look to combine, but Switzerland are sharp, they read it well and cut it out.
No time to breathe though. Spain come right back, this time feeding the Ballon d’Or queen Bonmati. She’s in a pocket of space, but Swis stay switched on and clear their lines again. Early pressure, but the underdogs are standing tall.
And we’re off! The hosts Switzerland face the reigning world champions Spain, it’s the lowest-ranked team of the tournament up against the highest.
We’re underway in Bern, not quite with the ball yet, but with the goosebump stuff. Both Spain and Switzerland are out on the pitch, lined up for the national anthems.
Spain take on hosts Switzerland in the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 quarter-final, with both sides chasing history in Bern. While La Roja enter as overwhelming favourites after a dominant group stage, three wins, 14 goals, and a first-ever perfect record at a major tournament, they’re still searching for a maiden European title, having fallen at the quarter-final stage in 2013, 2017, and 2022.
Switzerland, meanwhile, are into their first-ever EURO quarter-final after a dramatic late draw against Finland sealed their spot. Backed by home support and driven by belief, the hosts will hope to exploit Spain’s known defensive frailties in this David vs Goliath showdown.
Spain have dominated their head-to-head record against Switzerland, winning five of their six meetings since 2011 and scoring 25 goals to Switzerland’s eight, an average margin of over three goals per game.
Their recent encounters have been especially one-sided, including 7-1 and 5-0 wins in the 2023 Women’s Nations League qualifiers. Switzerland’s only win came back in 2012 during EURO qualifying, a result that holds little weight today.
Spain's high press and midfield control have repeatedly exposed Swiss defensive frailties, with 12 goals conceded in their last three meetings alone.
The Spain vs Switzerland, UEFA Women's Euro 2025 quarter-final will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website in India. It will not be telecast on any TV channel in the country.
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