Francisca "Kika" Nazareth has friends in high places, and the Portugal midfielder is hoping to call in a few favors on Friday. To reach a first-ever Women's European Championship quarterfinal, Portugal need to win against already eliminated Belgium, for world champions Spain to beat Italy, and for there to be a six-goal swing between Portugal and the Italians in the process.
Hannah Hampton has emerged as England's top goalkeeper for the upcoming Euros, stepping up after the retirement of Mary Earps, who was instrumental in the team's recent successes.