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France vs England Preview

Tournament: UEFA Women's Euro 2025

Date: Saturday, 5th July

Kick-off time: 19:00 GMT

Venue: Letzigrund

France Women's National Football Team are set to take on defending champions England Women's National Football Team in the opening match of group D at the Letzigrund. This clash presents both sides with an opportunity to open their UEFA Women's Euro campaign with a victory here.

The France Women are heading into this clash in excellent form, winning each of their last eight matches. Having been drawn alongside England, Netherlands, and Wales, the group looks set to be the group of death, with each team possessing the quality to move to the next round. However, things will not be easy here as they take on the reigning champions. Sandy Baltimore remains the key player for them, who will be aiming to inspire them to a victory here. Let's take a look at the France vs England Preview:

The England Women's National Football Team, on the other hand, start their campaign looking to defend their crown after winning it last time around. However, their recent form hasn't been that great after winning three of their last five matches and losing twice. They start their campaign against France before facing the Netherlands and then Wales in the final games as they aim to start on a winning run. Beth Mead will be a key player here, having established herself as one of the key players on the side. Let's take a look at France vs England Women's Euro Team News:

France Women's National Football Team News

The France women's national football team has made some changes to their squad, dropping the experienced pair of Renard and Le Sommer. However, Pauline Peyraud-Magnin is expected to start in goal here, having established her as the No. 1 goalkeeper in the team. Sandy Baltimore is another who is going to start after an impressive season with Chelsea Women.

England Women's National Football Team News

England Women will be without their experienced defender Millie Bright and attacker Fran Kirby as the duo have not been called up for the squad. In goal, Hannah Hampton is expected to start with Beth Mead leading the line.

France vs England Predicted Lineups

Here are Sportsdunia's France vs England Predicted Lineups for UEFA Women's Euro match:

France Women's National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Goalkeeper: Peyraud-Magnin

Defenders: Ndongala, Bacha, Toletti, Nka

Midfielders: Samoura, Jean-Francois, Majri

Attackers: Katoto, Baltimore, Bussy

England Women's National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Hampton

Defenders: Bronze, Williamson, Greenwood, Carter

Midfielders: Stanway, Walsh

Attackers: Mead, Toone, Hemp; Russo

France vs England H2H Record

Key Players to Watch in France vs England

Sandy Baltimore (France Women's National Football Team)

Sandy Baltimore is probably one of the best players on the team who possesses the quality to hurt the visitors. This season, she has played for them in various positions, scoring four goals and providing another three assists. For the national team, Baltimore has nine goals in 43 appearances and will be eager to face some of his teammates from the club side here.

Beth Mead (England Women's National Football Team)

Beth Mead has been one of the consistent players for England over the last few years, scoring goals here and there and helping the team bail out of tough situations. This season alone, she scored seven goals for her club while also helping them win the Champions League against Barcelona Women. For the national team, she boasts an excellent record, scoring 36 goals from 68 appearances.

France vs England Prediction

This clash is going to be an exciting one as two teams who are known for their attacking styles face each other. England Women will fancy their chances more here, considering the depth they have in the squad, and also their recent record gives them an upper hand here.

Let's take a look at the France vs England Prediction:

Predicted Score: France 1-2 England

Where to Watch France vs England Live?

Let's take a look at the platforms where to watch France vs England Women's Euro match: