As the Euro 2025 tournament progresses into the knockout rounds, a series of captivating images from the group stage has been unveiled, showcasing the drama and emotion of the competition. Captured by BBC Sport and Getty Images, these photographs bring to life some of the most memorable moments from the early matches.
The gallery opens with Norway’s thrilling 2-1 victory over Switzerland in Basel, where Ada Hegerberg’s equalizer set the tone for a tense encounter. Meanwhile, Denmark’s Sanne Troelsgaard and Sweden’s Nathalie Bjorn shared a friendly moment in the players’ tunnel after their teams’ clash, which ended in a 1-0 win for Sweden.
Germany’s dominance was on full display as Rebecca Knaak led her team to a 2-0 victory over Poland, while Wales’ Sophie Ingle inspired her squad during their historic debut at a major tournament against the Netherlands.
Off the pitch, Swiss fans added a touch of humor with their iconic cheese hats, cheering their team to a 2-0 win over Iceland. England’s Lauren Hemp showcased her agility in a narrow 2-1 defeat to France, and Spain’s Esther Gonzalez celebrated a hat-trick in their emphatic 6-2 victory over Belgium.
The tournament also saw heartbreak for some, including Portugal’s Jessica Silva, who scored a late equalizer against Italy only to see her team eliminated by Belgium. Sweden’s Fridolina Rolfo shone in a 4-1 rout of Germany, while France’s Sandie Toletti secured her team’s top spot in Group D with a crucial goal against the Netherlands.
Set against the stunning backdrops of Swiss mountains and historic landmarks, these images encapsulate the spirit of Euro 2025. All photographs are licensed by Getty Images and remain subject to copyright.
For more highlights and sports photography, revisit last week’s gallery and stay tuned for next Tuesday’s update.
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