England fall to France and Wales make proud but painful debut Women's Football Weekly
Briefly

England started their Euro 2025 campaign with a disappointing 2-1 loss to France in Zurich, despite showing late promise. Goals from Katoto and Baltimore secured the points for France, highlighting tactical issues for England. Wales made their major tournament debut but lost 3-0 to the Netherlands, which emphasized the need for development. Meanwhile, Sweden and Germany achieved crucial victories in Group C, raising concerns about Wales' midfield and balancing tournament play with parenting responsibilities.
England's Euro 2025 campaign started poorly with a 2-1 loss to France, despite some late promise from Sarina Wiegman's squad.
Wales made a significant debut in the major tournament but faced a tough challenge, losing 3-0 to the Netherlands, showcasing the need for improvement.
In their match, England struggled against France's pace, while discussions about potential tactical adjustments to prepare for the next match against the Netherlands were prevalent.
Sweden and Germany secured critical opening wins in Group C, and there are concerns about sustaining competitive performance while managing personal responsibilities.
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