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France vs Netherlands: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the World Cup Qualification UEFA match between France and Netherlands, as well as kick-off time and team news

NXGN 2026: Top 25 teenage talents in women's football

The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Lamine Yamal, Lena Oberdorf and Linda Caicedo in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.

Saliba withdraws from France squad after Carabao Cup final loss

Arsenal defender William Saliba has officially withdrawn from the France squad for their upcoming friendly fixtures in the United States. The 24-year-old was forced to pull out just 24 hours after playing the full 90 minutes in the Gunners' Carabao Cup final defeat at Wembley. Consequently, Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix has been handed his maiden senior call-up to replace the injured star.

France v Ukraine - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Injured Mbappe sparks controversy with Dubai padel stop

Kylian Mbappe’s withdrawal from France’s squad due to ankle inflammation has ignited controversy once again after the Real Madrid star was spotted in Dubai during the international break. Instead of returning to Madrid for medical checks, the forward spent several days at a luxury hotel and visited a local padel club, reopening old debates in France about his absences.

Ballon d'Or Feminin: Could a Lioness lift the Golden Ball?

In the last few years, it's seemed relatively easy to predict the winner of the Ballon d'Or Feminin. In 2025, though, it feels incredibly tricky, especially after England's win over Spain in the European Championship final.

GOAL's World-Class Club: Hampton usurps Earps in 2025

Every summer, GOAL publishes its exclusive list of the 25 players who have proven themselves truly elite by consistently producing top performances

Biggest winners & losers from Euro 2025

Sarina Wiegman's side successfully defender their crown after a drama-filled month of action in Switzerland

How to watch Women’s Euro 2025 final from anywhere in the world

Don't miss a second from this year's major football tournament

Euro 2025: Fixtures, knockouts & all you need to know

The Women's Euro 2025 has brought the best international women's teams from Europe together and GOAL has all you need to know.

Berger the hero as Germany secure Euro 2025 semi-final spot

Germany overcame the first-half dismissal of Katrin Hendrich, to beat France 6-5 on penalties after battling to a 1-1 draw after extra time.

Euros Power Rankings: Sweden slight favourites for England clash

Sarina Wiegman's side may have beaten Germany in the final three years ago but they are not the front-runners in 2025

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Greenwood, Caldentey and GOAL's Euro 2025 Team of the Group Stage

After emphasising their status as favourites for the title with a superb start to the tournament, Spain are the best-represented nation in GOAL's XI

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Has the Euro 2025 draw just opened up for the Lionesses?!

Sarina Wiegman's side didn't top Group D but that may well end up being a good thing, with France instead potentially meeting Spain in the semis

Netherlands v France - UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Group D

France come from behind to beat the Netherlands to take top spot

France came from behind to win 5-2 against the Netherlands in their final game of Group D as Les Bleus ensured they pipped England to top spot.

Wales face Euros 'group of death' elimination after France thumping

France romped to a 4-1 victory over Wales on Wednesday, overcoming a scare to exercise their dominance and leave the Euros newbies facing elimination.

Wales v Netherlands: UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Group D

Wales' women's players 'visibly shaken' after bus crash

The bus carrying the Wales women's team at Euro 2025 has crashed, one day before their next group game against France.

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'Not good enough' - Williamson’s blunt assessment of Lionesses

Leah Williamson delivered a blunt “not good enough” assessment of England after seeing them lose their Euro 2025 opener against France.

Lionesses make unwanted history after disappointing defeat against France

Reigning champions England got off to a disappointing start in the Women's European Championship as they went down 2-1 against France in their tournament opener on Saturday. Marie-Antoinette Katoto and Sandy Baltimore were on target for France in the first half, while Chelsea midfield star Keira Walsh scored a late consolation goal for the Lionesses.

Kane sends rousing message to Lionesses ahead Euro 2025 opener

England striker and captain Harry Kane has delivered a powerful message of support to the Lionesses as they prepare to launch their UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 title defence. Kane expressed confidence in the squad’s ability to bounce back from World Cup disappointment and reclaim their dominance on the European stage. The women’s national team begins their tournament with a high-stakes encounter against France in Zurich.

England v Germany: Final - UEFA Women's EURO 2022

Every Women's EURO winners - listed

Here's a complete list of women's European Championship winners and runners-up.

Wiegman coy about James' role ahead of Euro 2025 opener

Sarina Wiegman has refused to confirm if Lauren James will feature from the start of England's Euro 2025 opener against France on Saturday.

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Wiegman declares England are 'prepared' for Euro 2025

Sarina Wiegman declared that England are "prepared" for Euro 2025 and will give their all "to defend" the title. Speaking ahead of their much-anticipated opening match against France, the Dutch tactician made it clear that the Lionesses are focused, well-drilled, and determined to retain the European crown they won in 2022.

Can chaotic & cursed France really win Euro 2025?

Off-pitch matters are taking centre stage once again for Les Bleues, who are still trying to win a major tournament for the first time

Women's Euro 2025 prize money breakdown

A never-before sum of prize money has been approved for the Women's Euro 2025.

Seven potential breakout stars to watch at Euro 2025

After the likes of Ella Toone, Chloe Kelly and Alex Popp took Euro 2022 by storm, who could follow in their footsteps at the tournament in Switzerland?

England Women Training Session & Media Activity

Wiegman to stay on even if England don't retain Euros crown

Sarina Wiegman will lead England into the 2027 World Cup regardless of whether they retain their European crown this summer or not.

Frequently asked questions

A young group of players who lived around Marabastad in Pretoria, most notably Frank Motsepe, Roy Fischer, Ingle Singh and Bernard Hartze, formed the club in the 1960s.

Mining magnate Patrice Motsepe bought into Sundowns in 2003 and less than a year later raised his stake from 51% to 100% and renamed the club 'Mamelodi' Sundowns.

The club play home games at either Loftus Versfeld Stadium in central Pretoria, or Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville.

The club have a variety of nicknames, including: Bafana ba Style, Masandawana, Ka bo Yellow, Shoe Shine and Piano, and The Brazilians.

31 domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (2016), one Caf Super Cup (2017) and the African Football League (2023)

The club have won a total of 17 league titles under the auspices of the PSL (14) and NSL (3).

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Daniel Mudau with 172.

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