Verdict: Spain W win

Best Odds: 4/5

Bookmaker: Dachbet

With all eyes falling on Basel this weekend, England and Spain will meet in the final of this summer’s European Championships on Sunday evening.

England W

Starting with England, mounting what was another sensational knockout stage comeback earlier in the week, it is fair to say that the Lionesses have rode their luck for large spells this summer. However, now 90 minutes away from defending their European crown, Sarina Wiegman’s side will know that they must produce a summer-best performance this weekend. Getting their group stage adventure with a 2-1 loss at the hands of France on July 7th, the former Netherlands boss will certainly have a real headache over her side’s defensive issues. Recording just a single clean sheet from any of their five European appearances over in Switzerland this month, England will be more than aware that they face a monumental challenge when they travel to Basel on Sunday evening.

England W Team News

Both coming off the bench and once again dragging England over the finishing line in midweek, the duo of Chloe Kelly and Arsenal youngster Michelle Agyeman could be handed full recalls on Sunday evening.

While defensive star Leah Williamson might have picked up a reported ankle knock against Sweden last weekend, the 28-year-old will start here. Chelsea ace Keira Walsh will feature in the middle of the park in Basel and partner Bayern Munich’s Georgia Stanway.

Spain W

As for Spain, eventually edging past Germany earlier in the week thanks to a dramatic 1-0 victory in extra-time, La Roja have remained the standout title contender this summer. Since getting their hands on a maiden World Cup crown back in the summer of 2023, Montserrat Tome’s superstar squad have embarked on a record-breaking silverware sweep. Only further underlining their status as the most feared international squad from across the globe. Crowned world champions two years ago thanks to a famous 1-0 win against the Lionesses, Spain will open Sunday’s trip to Basel pencilled in as a standout contender. Likewise, it should also be highlighted that Tome’s side clinched a 2-1 Nations League win when they met England last month.

Spain W Team News

Bagging that iconic semi-final winner against Germany on Wednesday night, two-time Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmati will play a leading role in the middle of the park. Despite making a real impact this month, Athenea del Castillo will settle for a spot on the bench.

Notching four goals in her five European appearances this summer, former Atletico Madrid striker Esther Rodriguez will spearhead Spain’s charge in the final third. Completing a summer switch to French giants PSG, Olga Carmona will start at right-back.

England W vs Spain W Key Factors to Consider

• When England and Spain met in the World Cup final back in the summer of 2023, La Roja collected a famous 1-0 victory in Australia.
• Likewise, Spain clinched a 2-1 win when they welcomed the Lionesses to Catalonia for a Nations League showdown last month.
• England have secured just a single clean sheet from any of their five European appearances so far this season.
• The reigning European champions have seen six of their previous seven competitive appearances across all competitions finish with both teams finding the net.
• Spain have registered consecutive clean sheets for the first time since August 2024.

Conclusion

While England might have produced another sensational knockout stage comeback earlier in the week, Wiegman’s defending champions have certainly rode their luck for large spells. Hit with a 1-0 loss when they met Spain in the 2023 World Cup final over in Australia, the Lionesses should also be concerned by their most recent showdown against La Roja. Hit with a 2-1 Nations League defeat when they travelled to Catalonia last month, England will be bracing themselves for a monumental challenge in Basel. With Spain now on the cusp of shattering even more records and claiming three consecutive international titles, it is hard to look past Tome’s glittering squad this weekend.

Verdict: Spain W win

Best Odds: 4/5

Bookmaker: Dachbet