Raphael Durand
Dailysports's expert
One of the group stage clashes at the Women's Euro 2025 between Switzerland and Iceland will take place on July 6 at the Wankdorf Stadium in Bern. Here’s my pick for the outcome of this matchup, featuring attractive odds.
Match preview
Switzerland got off to a rough start on home turf, falling 1-2 to Norway despite leading at halftime. Nadine Riesen’s goal gave fans hope, but after the break, Norway quickly turned the game around—helped by an own goal from Julia Stierli. Pia Sundhage’s squad pushed for a comeback, especially after Hegerberg’s penalty miss, but conversion let them down—just as it has in many recent outings.
The Crusaders have lost 7 of their last 10 matches and look shaky, especially up front. Yet their squad is far from weak—Walti in midfield can dictate the tempo, and the flanks are packed with experienced players from top clubs. However, if Switzerland fails to pick up points here, their tournament could end after just two rounds.
Iceland also kicked off with a defeat—0-1 to Finland—but they were their own worst enemy. Hildur Antonsdottir’s red card after an hour wiped out their tactical plans, and the team simply couldn’t cope with the pressure while down to ten. This is now six straight Euro matches without a win for Iceland—clear issues with finishing and converting chances.
Still, Thorsteinn Halldorsson’s side has character, as they showed in April by coming back from 1-3 to 3-3 in a friendly against Switzerland. Don’t forget the goalless draw in Zurich in February either, which highlights how evenly matched these teams are. The key to success will be defensive solidity and sharp counterattacks, especially with Jonsdottir and Albertsdottir involved.
Probable lineups
- Switzerland: Peng, Beney, Caligari, Stierli, Maritz, Riesen, Reuteler, Walti, Vallotto, Schertenleib, Jemajli
- Iceland: Runarsdottir, Arnadottir, Viggosdottir, Sigurdardottir, Arnardottir, Joansdottir, Brynjarsdottir, Vilhjamsdottir, Albertsdottir, Jonsdottir, Jensen
Match facts & head-to-head
- Iceland are winless in their last six Euro matches.
- Switzerland have won just once in their last ten games.
- The last two friendlies between these sides ended in draws.
Prediction
These rivals know each other well from recent head-to-heads, where neither side managed to secure a win. Both teams are vulnerable but organized enough not to lose such a crucial game. Given the pressure and importance of the result, a cautious approach and a share of the points looks the most likely outcome.
