First place in Group B is on the line on Friday in Switzerland, as Spain and Italy lock horns in their last opening-round match of the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship. Both teams started the tournament strong, but one side has the advantage heading into the final matchday.

Hot, sunny weather is spreading across most of Europe with more extreme temperatures due next week in parts of Spain.

Janice Cayman has scored in stoppage time for Belgium to beat Portugal 2-1 and a first win in its final game at the Women's European Championship.

Spain defender Olga Carmona said there is no mention of the word favourites as they prepare to face Belgium in the European Championship on Monday.

Italy go into their clash against Spain at the Euros on Friday with no fear of the Group B leaders, defender Elisabetta Oliviero said, despite her side needing at least a draw to ensure they progress alongside the Spaniards.

That proved to be premature, as Putellas returned to the pitch in April 2023 and was back in the Spain squad for that summer’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. She played seven times and provided an assist, but had not built up enough rhythm to show her best form.