Spain defeated Portugal 5-0 in their first match of Women's Euro 2025, honoring the late Diogo Jota and Andre Silva. Players wore black armbands and a minute's silence was observed before kickoff. The match showcased Spain's strength as they scored four goals in a dominating first half, with contributions from Esther Gonzalez, Vicky Lopez, and Alexia Putellas. Portugal improved defensively after halftime but could not stop a fifth goal from Cristina Martin-Prieto. Aitana Bonmati returned after treatment for viral meningitis, further enhancing Spain's already talented squad.
Both sets of players wore black armbands in tribute to the siblings, who were killed in a car accident in Zamora, a north-western province of Spain.
A minute's silence was observed before kick-off, while fans inside a markedly sombre Wankdorf Stadium in Bern displayed photos, banners and messages in tribute to Jota and Silva.
Spain, one of the pre-tournament favourites, laid down a signal of intent as four of La Roja's goals came during a dominant first-half display.
Spain manager Montse Tome will have been buoyed by the return of two-time Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmati, who came on for the final 10 minutes.
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