England seek a repeat as the Lionesses get stronger each game, while Spain have impressed with their signature flair in possession on the hunt to add a Euro title to their World Cup triumph. Germany are a proven foe with physical play and organization,

England, Italy, Germany and Spain have booked their place in the Euro 2025 semi-finals. But how did they get here and who has stood out? BBC Sport takes a look.

Switzerland's Lia Waelti, wearing a team captain rainbow armband, applauds the fans at the end of the Women's Euro 2025 quarterfinals soccer match between Spain and Switzerland at Stadion Wankdorf in Bern, Switzerland, Friday, July 18, 2025. Credit: AP/Alessandra Tarantino

Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmatí is grateful to have swapped a hospital bed for a Euro 2025 quarterfinal after recovering from viral meningitis.

Spain remain favoured to win Euro 2025 after a dominant display in group play. England and France are top contenders in the odds.

Spain’s opponents at the Women’s European Championships maybe don’t want to hear Aitana Bonmatí says she is even better as a player after her recent spell in the hospital. Bonmatí says