Norway and Italy kick off the EURO 2025 quarter-finals on Wednesday, July 16, at Stade de Genève. Gemma Grainger’s side topped Group A with an unbeaten run, while Italy secured their spot on the final matchday despite a 3–1 loss to Spain. In this preview, we break down everything you need to know about Norway vs. Italy at EURO 2025, including predicted lineups, team news, key stats, past meetings, and how to watch live.
Norway vs. Italy: Team News & Possible Lineups
The Norway Women’s National Football Team vs Italy Women’s National Football Team Lineups are derived from previous match days. We take into consideration how strong the opponents are, what players are injured and of course team news before the match.
Team News Norway
- Goalkeepers: Cecile Fiskerstrand, Aurora Mikalsen, Selma Panengstuen.
- Defenders: Tuva Hansen, Guro Bergsvand, Maren Mjelde, Thea Bjelde, Marit Bratberg Lund, Emilie Woldvik, Mathilde Harviken.
- Midfielders: Ingrid Engen, Vilde Bøe Risa, Justine Kielland, Lisa Naalsund, Karina Sævik, Frida Maanum, Guro Reiten.
- Forwards: Celin Bizet Ildhusøy, Signe Gaupset, Synne Jensen, Caroline Graham Hansen, Ada Hegerberg, Elisabeth Terland.
What the coach has to say
Head coach Gemma Grainger after the win over Iceland: “I feel very happy! I’m really pleased tonight, we made six changes before the game and see that performance was really pleasing.
[On Gaupset]: “She takes her opportunities. Tonight it’s so nice to see her step on to the pitch and express herself. I see her do that every week in her club [Brann], I’ve seen her do it in the Women’s Champions League, and now I’ve seen her do it here.”
Team News Italy
- Goalkeepers: Baldi, Durante, Giuliani
- Defenders: Boattin, Di Guglielmo, Lenzini, Linari, Oliviero, Piga, Salvai.
- Midfielders: Caruso, Giugliano, Goldoni, Greggi, Schatzer, Serturini, Severini.
- Forwards: Beccari, Bonansea, Cambiaghi, Cantore, GIrelli, Piemonte.
What the coach has to say
Head coach Montse TomĂ© after win over Italy: “We’ve started very well, we’re meeting the objectives we set for ourselves, and we have to keep working, keep being patient — above all, stay humble — and now look ahead to the next match.”
Norway Women’s National Football Team vs Italy National Football Team Lineups
Norway Women Lineups
- Fiskerstrand
- Bjelde
- Mjelde
- Hansen
- Naalsund
- Graham Hansen
- Gaupset
- Engen
- Reiten
- Hegerberg
- Maanum
Italy Women Lineups
- Giuliani
- Di Guglielmo
- Oliviero
- Salvai
- Linari
- Cantore
- Severini
- Giugliano
- Caruso
- Bonansea
- Girelli
Norway vs. Italy: Previous Meetings & Stats
Norway and Italy recently met in the Algarve Cup in 2022 and again in the Women’s EURO 2025 qualifiers two years later. Italy won the 2022 encounter, while the other two matches ended in draws.
To reach the quarter-finals, Norway defeated Switzerland, Finland, and Iceland — though not all performances were convincing. Against Switzerland, Norway came from behind after Hegerberg equalized and Stierli scored an own goal. In the match against Finland, an unfortunate own goal by Nyström gave Norway the lead, but Sevenius equalized. Graham Hansen then scored the winner late in the second half.
In their final group-stage match against Iceland, Norway again conceded the first goal and allowed a 4–1 lead to narrow into a tense 4–3 win.
Italy secured their spot in the quarter-finals on the final day, competing with Portugal for second place in Group B. When Portugal lost to Belgium, Italy advanced to the knockout stage despite a 3–1 defeat to Spain.
| Team Streaks | ||
 | Wins | 3 |
| No clean sheet | 4 |
 | First to score | 6/7 |
| First to concede | 5/7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Women’s EURO 2025 Norway vs. Italy?
You can watch the Women’s EURO 2025 match between Norway vs. Italy on NRK and RAI. Watching from somewhere else? Check the list with broadcasters here.
When was the last meeting between Norway vs. Italy?
The last meeting was on June 4, 2024, in the Women’s EURO qualifications. The match ended in a 1-1 draw. Italy took the lead thanks to Giugliano but Thorisdottir equalized deep in the second half.
What is Norway vs. Italy kick-off time?
Norway vs. Italy kicks off on Wednesday July 16, 21:00 CEST at Stade de Genève.
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