England vs Netherlands prediction, H2H and probable lineups — July 9, 2025
England
Netherlands
On July 9, 2025, in the second round of Group D at the Women's European Championship, England will face the Netherlands. Let's take a closer look at the teams’ attacking potential in this highly anticipated matchup.
England
The reigning European champions, England, got off to a rocky start in this tournament, falling to France 1-2 in their opening match. In a tense, evenly contested game, the Lionesses conceded twice before halftime and couldn’t claw their way back, scoring only a late consolation. Nevertheless, England remain among the tournament favorites, boasting a powerful squad and strong form.
In the most recent Nations League campaign, England finished second in their group with 10 points and a 16–6 goal difference. While that wasn’t enough to reach the playoffs, the Lionesses retained their spot in the top division. Their most emphatic win was a 6-0 demolition of Portugal, while their only defeats came against Spain and Belgium.
Historically, England have also fared well against their upcoming opponents, the Netherlands. In their last 10 head-to-head meetings, England have won five, drawn three, and lost only twice. This historical edge, combined with the motivation to bounce back from their opening loss, makes England a dangerous and highly motivated side heading into this clash.
Netherlands
The Dutch women's national team are also among the medal contenders and are traditionally seen as one of the tournament favorites. At the last European Championship, the Netherlands reached the quarterfinals, and in 2017, they claimed the title, dispatching England in the semifinals. This time, the Oranje began their campaign with a convincing 3-0 win over Wales, reaffirming their high standards.
In the latest Nations League, the Netherlands, like England, played in Group A and also finished second, narrowly missing out on the playoffs. They collected 11 points, with their only defeat a heavy 0-4 loss to Germany. Overall, their form is impressive: the Netherlands have avoided defeat in 15 of their last 17 matches, showcasing stability and confidence.
Recent head-to-heads with England have been tightly contested. Of the last four meetings, England have won three, with the Netherlands taking one. All of those encounters were high-scoring affairs, with both teams finding the net each time. This adds extra intrigue to what promises to be a thrilling battle between two well-acquainted powerhouses.
Probable lineups
- England: Hampton, Bronze, Williamson, Greenwood, Carter, Stanway, Walsh, James, Mead, Hemp, Russo.
- Netherlands: van Domselaar, Casparij, Janssen, Boormans, Brugts, Groenen, Kaptein, Pelova, van de Donk, Roord, Miedema.
Interesting facts and head-to-head record
- England’s last 6 matches have all featured over 2.5 goals.
- England have scored first in 7 of their last 9 matches.
- The Netherlands are unbeaten in 15 of their last 17 matches.
- 11 of the Netherlands’ last 12 matches have seen over 2.5 goals.
- England have won 3 of the last 4 head-to-heads.
- The last 5 meetings between these teams have all produced over 2.5 goals.
- Both teams have scored in each of the last 4 encounters.
England vs Netherlands prediction
Both teams enter this match with something to prove: England are eager to bounce back from their defeat to France, while the Netherlands want to build on their momentum and take a big step toward the knockout stage. Both sides are stacked with attacking talent and are in good form. Their head-to-head history points to a high-scoring duel, with goals expected at both ends. This is not the type of game where either team will play it safe—there’s too much at stake. Expect an open, entertaining contest with plenty of chances and goals from both teams. My prediction for this match: both teams to score, with odds of 1.76.
