Switzerland Women's Team Inspired by 2010 World Cup Win Ahead of Euro 2025 Quarter-Final Against Spain
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Summary
Switzerland's women's team is inspired by the men's historic win over Spain in the 2010 World Cup as they prepare for their Euro 2025 quarter-final against Spain. The hosts, ranked 23rd, secured a spot in the last eight with a stoppage-time goal against Finland. Spain, the world champions and top-ranked team in the tournament, are the favorites.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledPia Sundhage has been using footage of Switzerland men's historic win over Spain at the 2010 World Cup to inspire her women's side before their quarter-final against the same opponents at Euro 2025.
Hosts Switzerland, ranked 23rd in the world, scored a stoppage-time goal against Finland in their final group-stage game to squeeze into last eight.
World champions Spain, meanwhile, are the top-ranked team in the tournament and were already favorites.
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