Finland Women vs Switzerland Women – prediction, team news, lineups

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July 09, 2025

With Group A wide open, Finland Women and Switzerland Women head into Thursday’s clash in Geneva knowing that a place in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 quarter-finals is up for grabs. Both sides sit on three points, but Switzerland’s superior goal difference means a draw would be enough for them, while Finland need all three points to advance alongside group winners Norway.

TEAM NEWS

Switzerland may reward Lia Wandeler with a start after her lively display off the bench against Iceland. Ana-Maria Crnogorcevic remains an option, but the defensive setup of Beney, Calligaris, Stierli, Maritz and Riesen is likely to stay unchanged. Geraldine Reuteler, having scored three goals in her last five appearances, will again be central to the team’s attacking hopes.

Finland boss Marko Saloranta could name an unchanged backline, but Sanni Franssi is pushing for a starting role after a bright cameo against Norway. Oona Sevenius, who scored in that match, should retain her place in the forward line, while captain Linda Sällström will look to provide the finishing touch up front.

Prediction

Finland Women 1–2 Switzerland Women

With the home crowd behind them and momentum from their win over Iceland, Switzerland enter the decider with a slight edge. Finland will put up a strong fight, but the Swiss have more attacking quality and should do just enough to secure a historic first appearance in the Women’s Euro quarter-finals.