News

• Spain and Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmatí, 27, was admitted to a Madrid hospital with viral meningitis just days before the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 kicks off.
• She missed Spain’s 3–1 friendly win over Japan after reporting persistent fever; follow-up tests confirmed the diagnosis.
• Coach Montse Tomé and medical staff confirmed the illness is “under control,” though no precise return date has been provided.

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• The mascot of upcoming Euro is Saint Bernard puppy called Maddli. The St. Bernard as a symbol of the host country Switzerland.
• Named after Madeleine Boll—the first licensed female footballer in Switzerland—Maddli represents national pride.
• Curious, bold, and always playful, Maddli embodies unity, fair play, and celebration of football’s universal spirit—encouraging fans of all ages to join in.

• Nigerian international goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie joined Brighton & Hove Albion in the Women's Super League on a free transfer from Paris FC, with the move becoming effective July 1.
• During four seasons at Paris FC (2020–2025), Nnadozie featured in 16 UEFA Women’s Champions League matches and played a key role in their 2024/25 Coupe de France Féminine victory, saving two penalties in the final.
• Nnadozie was recognised as  Division 1 Féminine Goalkeeper of the Season for 2023/24.

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• The Guardian's Donald McRae credits Lauren James' fierce drive and ball mastery to constant park games in Mortlake with her brothers, including England men’s player Reece James. Facing stronger and faster boys forced her to develop superior technique from a young age.
• As a young girl, she dreamed she was Eden Hazard, imitating his creativity and flair—qualities she now brings to Chelsea and the Lionesses on the biggest stage.

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The Euro kicks off on 2 July. To mark the occasion, The Guardian has prepared profiles of all 368 players from the 16 teams that will be competing in the Euro.

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• The RFEF's newly approved competition regulations—effective from July 1, 2025—do not include a VAR system for Liga F, meaning no video-assisted referee technology will be used next season.

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• UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 will begin with an opening ceremony held at Stadion Letzigrund in Zurich before Switzerland/Norway match.
• Swiss singer Beatrice Egli and Norway’s Astrid S will lead the performances of the Swiss and Norwegian national anthems post-ceremony.

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