England vs Italy Prediction

The team's last official match took place on during the quarter-finals of the Women's European Championship, with Sweden (W) as the hosts and England (W) as the visitors. The match ended in a 2-2 draw.

Here are the game statistics (England (W) vs Sweden (W)):

• possession: 60% vs 40%;
• corners: 6 vs 6;
• fouls: 17 vs 15;
• yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
• shots on target: 4 vs 7.

⚪ England's women's national team clinched a victory over Sweden in the Euro 2025 quarterfinals - via penalties, after a rollercoaster match in Zurich. By halftime, it seemed all was lost for the English side. Just two minutes in, they conceded from a free-kick. Twenty minutes later, they were down 0-2. The defense struggled, the midfield was sluggish, and the attack seemed to be asleep. The Swedes dominated, playing powerfully and confidently, as if they already knew the outcome.

🔴 But England are not a team that gives up. Sarina Wiegman made perhaps the most crucial substitutions of her coaching career. Chloe Kelly and the young Michelle Agyemang, just 19 years old, took to the field and changed the game. In just a couple of minutes, two goals were scored. Lucy Bronze headed in a cross from Kelly, and Agyemang netted the second herself. Such composure at her age! With the score tied at 2-2, the match turned into a fierce battle for every inch of the pitch. In extra time, it was no longer about technique - it was all about willpower.

⭐ The penalty shootout was nerve-wracking to the extreme. Nine(!) misses between the two teams - it was madness. But when a Swedish player missed the final kick and Lucy Bronze calmly converted her decisive penalty, England erupted. On the pitch, in the stands, in front of screens - the victory was hard-fought and all the sweeter for it.

🔝 Special mention goes to goalkeeper Hannah Hampton. A player who had long been in the shadow of other keepers, she stepped up and saved her team - making at least two crucial saves in the shootout. After the match, Wiegman called it "the toughest game I have ever watched." And it's hard to disagree with her.

The visitors played their last official match on in the quarterfinals of the Women's European Championship, where Norway (W) hosted Italy (W). The match concluded with a 1-2 scoreline.

Here are the match statistics (Italy (W) vs Norway (W)):

• possession: 50% vs 50%;
• corners: 7 vs 7;
• fouls: 2 vs 10;
• yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
• shots on target: 6 vs 1.

🔵 In the quarterfinal clash against Norway, Italy delivered arguably their most mature and emotionally charged performance of the tournament. This was a game not about pressure, but about resilience-and in this aspect, the Azzurri proved themselves as a team capable of withstanding adversity. The goalkeeper, defense, and midfield operated in harmony-no panic, just full concentration.

⚪ The match began nervously: the Norwegians applied intense pressure on the flanks, pushing the Italian defense to its limits. Yet, it is in such situations that Soncini's team's mentality shines through. Italy did not falter-they endured, searched for their moment, and seized it when it came.

⭐ The star of the evening was the seasoned forward Cristiana Girelli, who netted a brace. Girelli once again reminded everyone why she is the captain and backbone of this team in crucial moments. Even amidst chaos, they maintained their structure and composure.

🔝 A 2-1 victory is more than just a scoreline. It's a statement: Italy can win not only with flair but also with tactical acumen. In this match, they transitioned from being delightful surprises to serious contenders.