Women's Euro 2025: Full list of qualified teams for the European Championship in Switzerland

As the host nation, Switzerland earned an automatic spot in the tournament. Since their debut at a major competition in 2015, they have managed to qualify for four of the past five European Championships.

Now, the challenge ahead is not only to continue reaching these tournaments, but to consistently progress to the knockout rounds and become a team capable of challenging the top contenders.

Unlike the traditional approach in the men's game, where FIFA and UEFA allow reigning champions automatic entry into the next tournament, the winners of the Women's European Championship have always been required to earn their spot through qualification.

For England, the road to defending their Euro 2025 title involves plenty of hard work. After securing the European crown back in 2022 and reaching the 2023 Women's World Cup final, the Lionesses fell short of expectations by missing out on the Nations League final and finishing second in their qualification group behind France for the upcoming competition. While these results don't tarnish their status among Europe's elite, they fall slightly below the elevated standards now associated with England's women's team.

Eight-time European champions Germany clinched qualification for UEFA Women's Euro 2025 with two matches left to play. They sauntered through Group A4 to secure qualification for Euro 2025 as section winners, beating the likes of Austria, Iceland, and Poland with relative ease. Their sole loss, a 3-0 defeat, came in a dead rubber game against Iceland.

The past couple of years have been nothing short of unusual for the Germans. Under Martina Voss-Tecklenburg, the team made it to the Euro 2022 final, where they narrowly lost in extra time. However, their fortunes took a dramatic turn with a shock group-stage elimination at the 2023 Women's World Cup—arguably one of the biggest upsets in the tournament's history.

Following the World Cup, Voss-Tecklenburg stepped back from her role due to health issues and ultimately departed in November. Horst Hrubesch assumed the reins as interim coach, leading Germany through the Nations League, securing Olympic qualification, and guiding the team to a bronze medal. It's been a tumultuous journey, to say the least.

That Olympic bronze is a testament to the squad's undeniable talent, even amidst challenges. With Christian Wuck now at the helm, the renewed vigor and energy he brings seem to be sparking a positive shift in the team's dynamics ahead of Euro 2025.

Reigning world champions and this year's Nations League victors, Spain secured their Euro 2025 qualification dramatically with a thrilling 3-2 comeback against Denmark. Trailing 2-0, La Roja displayed remarkable tenacity, netting three goals in the final 16 minutes. Irene Paredes delivered a brace, while Lucía García sealed the win with a stoppage-time strike.

Although Spain fell short at the Olympic Games—where they were heavily tipped as favorites—they now head into Euro 2025 as the team everyone will be aiming to dethrone.

The squad boasts an enviable array of talent, including two stars who have each claimed Ballon d'Or honors twice. Aitana Bonmatí recently joined Alexia Putellas in this exclusive club after earning her second consecutive Golden Ball in late 2024. Alongside these luminaries, the team is packed with players capable of producing game-changing moments of brilliance, making La Roja the team to watch.

Iceland was placed in Group A4 alongside Germany, Austria, and Poland. They finished the group stage in second place with 13 points (W4, D1, L1), securing their spot in the finals.

A standout moment in their qualification campaign was a remarkable 3-0 victory over Germany on July 14, 2024. This win was pivotal as it not only showcased Iceland's strength but also ensured they finished as one of the top two teams in their group.

This qualification marks Iceland's continued presence on the European stage. They previously qualified for the Women's Euro in 2009, 2013, 2017 and 2022, but have not advanced past the group stage in those tournaments.

The Netherlands came agonizingly close to eliminating eventual champions Spain in the quarter-finals of the 2023 Women's World Cup. Despite creating numerous chances, they fell to a 2-1 defeat in extra time. Under Andries Jonker, the Dutch showed significant improvement following their disappointing Euro 2022 campaign under Mark Parsons. They'll now aim to build on that momentum heading into the next Euros.

The 2017 runners-up, Denmark, clinched their spot in the 2025 Women's Euros by finishing second in Group A2. With three victories and two defeats, they earned their place in the finals set to take place in Switzerland. Denmark sealed qualification by netting three second-half goals against Belgium, securing the runners-up position behind already-qualified Spain, who suffered an unexpected loss in Czechia.

France, semifinalists at the 2022 Euros, booked their place at Euro 2025 with a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Sweden. The French opened the scoring through Sakira Karchaoui, who unleashed a sensational long-range effort. After the interval, Johanna Rybrink equalized for the Swedes, but Marie-Antoinette Katoto stepped up to secure the decisive goal, ensuring France's progression to the tournament.

Italy qualified for the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 tournament after a convincing 4-0 victory over Finland, finishing top of their Women's Nations League group A1.

Portugal defeated Czech Republic 3-2 over two legs in the final tournament play-offs, with a brace from Sporting's Diana Silva proving to be crucial.

Norway recorded a clean sweep in the qualification play-off, defeating Northern Ireland 7-0 on aggregate.

After a goalless draw in the first leg, the Finns defeated Scotland 2-0 in the return tie for a spot in the Women's Euro 2025 finals.

Poland registered back-to-back 1-0 victories over Austria as the Eaglesses are set to mark their debut appearance at the Euros.

Sweden thrashed Serbia 8–0 on aggregate and qualified for the final tournament.

Quarter-finalists at the Euro 2022, Belgium have qualified for the third straight time after beating Ukraine 4-1 over two legs.

Wales have qualified for their first-ever Women's Championship finals thanks to edging Republic of Ireland 3-2 on aggregate.