Germany bounced back from a slow start to secure a 2‑1 victory over Denmark in Basel, earning their place in the UEFA Women’s Euros 2025 quarter-finals with a game to spare.
At St. Jakob‑Park, strong travelling German fans created a near-home atmosphere, while Denmark arrived needing a bounce-back after losing to Sweden in their opener.
Denmark stunned the German crowd when Amalie Vangsgaard pounced on a loose ball to give the underdogs a 1‑0 lead in the 26th minute. Germany responded sharply, with Sjoeke Nüsken converting a soft VAR-awarded penalty on 56 minutes (following a foul on Linda Dallmann) to level terms.
Just ten minutes later, Lea Schüller capitalised on play continuing despite a head injury to Denmark’s Emma Snerle, sweeping home the rebound for a 2‑1 lead in the 66th minute. Denmark pressed hard late on, but Germany’s game management and defensive composure held firm.
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What’s next
Germany now face Sweden in Zurich on 12 July – likely to determine top place and set a straighter path in the quarter-finals. Denmark, eliminated early, will close their campaign against Poland, aiming for pride and momentum ahead of next season.
Remaining Group C fixtures
Tuesday 8th
20:00: Poland vs Sweden – Allmend Stadion Luzern, Lucerne, BBC iPlayer
Saturday 12th
20:00: Sweden vs Germany – Stadion Letzigrund, Zurich, ITVX
20:00: Poland vs Denmark – Allmend Stadion Luzern, Lucerne, ITVX
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