Switzerland and Iceland head into their second group stage match at UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 both looking to bounce back from opening defeats—making this clash a must-win for each side. Hosts Switzerland started strong against Norway, taking the lead in the 28th minute through Riesen, but let the advantage slip in the second half. Iceland, meanwhile, suffered a narrow 1–0 loss to Finland and were reduced to ten players after a red card. Here’s a look at the potential line-ups, key stats, and how to watch Switzerland vs. Iceland.
Switzerland vs. Iceland: Team News & Possible Lineups
The Switzerland Women’s National Football Team vs Iceland 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 Switzerland
- Goalkeepers: Nadine Böhi, Elvira Herzog, Livia Peng.
- Defenders: Iman Beney, Luana Bühler*, Viola Calligaris, Ana-Maria Crnogorcevic, Svenja Fölmli, Noemi Ivelj, Alisha Lehmann, Noelle Martiz.
- Midfielders: Sandrine Mauron, Géraldine Reuteler, Nadine Riesen, Sydney Schertenleib, Coumba Sow, Julia Stierli, Lia Wälti, Smilla Valotto.
- Forwards: Alayah Pilgrim, Meriame Terchoun, Smilla Valotto, Leila Wandeler, Riola Xhemaili.
*Luana Bühler is out due to a knee injury and replaced by Laia Ballesté.
What the coach has to say
“We’re going to make life difficult for them,” said Switzerland head coach Pia Sundhage ahead of the clash with Iceland. “It’s going to be a completely different game, but I can promise you we’ll be working hard to make things tough for them.”
Team News Iceland
- Goalkeepers: Cecilía Rán Rúnarsdóttir, Fanney Inga Birkisdóttir, Telma Ívarsdóttir.
- Defenders: Guðný Árnadóttir, Ingibjörg Sigurðardóttir, Glódís Perla Viggósdóttir, Guðrún Arnardóttir, Natasha Moraa Anasi, Berglind Rós Ágústsdóttir.
- Midfielders: Sædís Rún Heiðarsdóttir, Áslaug Munda Gunnlaugsdóttir, Alexandra Jóhannsdóttir, Katla Tryggvadóttir, Dagný Brynjarsdóttir, Hildur Antonsdóttir, Sandra María Jessen, Hafrún Rakel Halldórsdóttir.
- Forwards: Karólína Lea Vilhjálmsdóttir, Diljá Ýr Zomers, Sveindís Jane Jónsdóttir, Hlín Eiríksdóttir, Amanda Jacobsen Andradóttir, Agla María Albertsdóttir.
What the coach has to say
Head coach Þorsteinn Halldórsson on defeat to Finalnd: “When we went down to ten players, it was like the reins came off—the straps, the harness, everything. The players became more themselves. They dared more, stepped up, and defended by pressing forward. That was at least one positive takeaway.”
Switzerland Women’s National Football Team vs Iceland National Football Team Lineups
Switzerland Women Lineups
- Peng
- Beney
- Calligaris
- Stierli
- Maritz
- Riesen
- Reuteler
- Wälti
- Vallotto
- Schertenleib
- Fölmli
Iceland Women Lineups
- Rúnarsdóttir
- Arnardóttir
- Siguroardóttir
- Viggósdóttir
- Árnadóttir
- Jessen
- Jóhannsdóttir
- Albertsdóttir
- Brynjarsdóttir
- Vilhjálmsdóttir
- Jónsdóttir
Switzerland vs. Iceland: Previous Meetings & Stats
Switzerland and Iceland first met during the 2013 and 2014 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifiers, with Switzerland winning both matches comfortably. The Swiss also claimed victories in their subsequent encounters at the 2015 Algarve Cup and UEFA Women’s EURO 2017.
Iceland earned their first win over Switzerland in a 2023 international friendly and have remained unbeaten against them since, with their most recent meetings ending in draws during the UEFA Women’s Nations League. This match is a crucial one, as both teams lost their opening games. The winner will keep their hopes of reaching the knockout stage alive.
| Head-to-Head and Team Streaks | ||
 | No losses (h2h) | 3 |
 | No clean sheet | 5 |
| No clean sheet | 4/5 |
| Over 2.5 goals | 5/6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Women’s EURO 2025 Switzerland vs. Iceland?
You can watch the Women’s EURO 2025 match between Switzerland vs. Iceland on Rúv and RTS. Watching from somewhere else? Check the list with broadcasters here.
When was the last meeting between Switzerland vs. Iceland?
The last meeting was on April 8, 2025, in the Women’s Nations League. The match ended in a 3-3 draw with a hattrick from Vilhjálmsdóttir. Reuteler and Vallotto scored for Switzerland, while Gunnlaugsdóttir scored an unfortunate own goal.
What is Switzerland vs. Iceland kick-off time?
Switzerland vs. Iceland kicks off on Sunday July 6, 21:00 CEST at Stadion Wankdorf.
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