The defending champions begin their Euro 2025 campaign against fellow-heavyweights France in a blockbuster Group D clash. Both sides' lead-up to the tournament has been far from smooth. England were rocked by the double-blow of Mary Earps' retirement and Millie Bright's decision to pull out of selection.

England's bid to retain their European crown began on the back foot, suffering a 2-1 loss to France in a heavyweight group-stage encounter in Zurich.Coming into the match, all eyes were on Sarina

England ’s bid to retain its UEFA Women's Euro Championship title has been boosted by one of its star players nearing a return to full fitness. Lauren James, who was a major doubt ahead of Sarina Wiegman’s squad selection,

Gwinn, 26, underwent a scan on Saturday after being forced off in the first half of Germany's group stage opener against Poland.

Germany captain Giulia Gwinn has been ruled out of the rest of the Women’s European Championship with a knee injury.

Germany captain Giulia Gwinn is ruled out of Euro 2025 after a scan reveals she has suffered a medial ligament injury in her left knee.