Sweden and Germany have both secured their spots in the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 quarter-finals, but there’s still plenty at stake: the battle for the top spot in the group. The last time these two sides met at a major tournament was during the 2020 Algarve Cup, where Germany claimed a narrow 1–0 victory. Here’s a look at the potential line-ups, key stats, and how to watch Sweden vs. Germany.

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – JULY 04: Nathalie Bjoern of Sweden controls the ball under pressure from Amalie Vangsgaard of Denmark during the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 Group C match between Denmark and Sweden at Stade de Geneve. (Photo by Molly Darlington – UEFA via Getty Images)

Sweden vs. Germany: Team News & Possible Lineups

The Sweden Women’s National Football Team vs Germany 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 Sweden

  • Goalkeepers: Tove Enblom, Jennifer Falk, Emma Holmgren.
  • Defenders: Jonna Andersson, Nathalie Björn, Magdalena Eriksson, Amanda Ilestedt, Smilla Holmberg, Hanna Lundkvist, Amanda NildĂ©n, Linda Sembrant. 
  • Midfielders: Filippa Angeldahl, Kosovare Asllani, Hanna Bennison, Johanna Rytting Kaneryd, Madelen Janogy.
  • Forwards: Stina Blackstenius, Lina Hurtig, Fridolina Rolfö, Ellen Wangerheim, Julia ZIgiotti Olme, Rebecka Blomqvist, Sofia Jakobsson.

What the coach has to say

Head coach Peter Gerhardsson on several of his squad having experience of playing in Germany: “We have a good understanding of our opponents ourselves; it could be a small detail or so. Some may have faced them in training or in the league, and that experience will be valuable. On the other hand, in those specific contests, the Germany players will have the same insight.”

ST GALLEN, SWITZERLAND – JULY 04: Jule Brand of Germany runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Ewelina Kamczyk of Poland during the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 Group C match between Germany and Poland at Arena St. Gallen. (Photo by Maja Hitij – UEFA via Getty Images)

Team News Germany

  • Goalkeepers: Ann-Katrin Berger, Stina Johannes, Ena Mahmutovic.
  • Defenders: Giulia Gwinn, Kathrin Hendrich, Franziska Kett, Sophia Kleinherne, Rebecca Knaak, Sarai Linder, Janina Minge, Carlotta Wamser.
  • Midfielders: Sara Däbritz, Sjoeke NĂĽsken, Linda Dallmann, Giovanna Hoffmann, Elisa SenĂź.
  • Forwards: Jule Brand, Selina Cerci, Laura Freigang, Lea SchĂĽller, Sydney Lohmann, Cora Zicai, Klara BĂĽhl.

What the coach has to say

Head coach Christian WĂĽck: “Our aim has always been to finish first in the group. What might happen if we finish first or second doesn’t matter to us at the moment. We really want to win the group in order to add to our confidence, which is our priority.”

On Sweden: “Both teams want to finish first in the group. That means it will be an evenly-matched game; a game where small things will decide the outcome. And I hope that we come out on top in the end.”

Sweden Women’s National Football Team vs Germany National Football Team Lineups

Sweden Women Lineups

  • Falk
  • Holmberg
  • Andersson
  • Björn
  • Eriksson
  • Bennison
  • Angeldahl
  • Asllani
  • Rolfö
  • Rytting Kaneryd
  • Blackstenius

Germany Women Lineups

  • Berger
  • Wamser
  • Minge
  • Knaak
  • Linder
  • SenĂź
  • NĂĽsken
  • Brand
  • Freigang
  • BĂĽhl
  • SchĂĽller

Sweden vs. Germany: Previous Meetings & Stats

Sweden and Germany share a long-standin history, with their first encounter dating back to the 2008 Olympics, where Germany secured a 2–0 win. Since then, the two teams have faced each other in multiple Algarve Cups, UEFA Women’s EUROs, FIFA Women’s World Cups, and international friendlies. Out of 15 meetings, Germany has won ten, Sweden three, with two matches ending in a draw.

At UEFA Women’s EURO 2025, both teams have won their first two group matches and sit level at the top with six points. Only goal difference separates them. The winner of tonight’s match will top the group and potentially face a more favorable opponent in the quarter-finals.

Team Streaks
SwedenWins4
Wins7
SwedenNo losses14
No losses8
SwedenNo goals conceded3
Over 2.5 goals9/10
SwedenFirst to score5/6

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Women’s EURO 2025 Sweden vs. Germany?

You can watch the Women’s EURO 2025 match between Sweden vs. Germany on ViaPlay Sweden and  ZDF. Watching from somewhere else? Check the list with broadcasters here.

When was the last meeting between Sweden vs. Germany?

The last meeting was on February 21, 2023, during an international friendly. The match ended in a goalless draw. 

What is Sweden vs. Germany kick-off time?

Sweden vs. Germany kicks off on Saturday July 12, 21:00 CEST at Stadion Letzigrund.

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