20:00 Saturday

The reigning champions, England, take on France who look to lift their first Euros trophy.

France vs England Women Prediction

  • The final game of matchday one sees reigning champions England take on France, who have never won the tournament.
  • This is France's eighth appearance at the Euros, with their best finish being the semi-finals last time out.
  • 2022 was a historic year for the Lionesses, having finally won a major tournament.
  • Though they fell short at the World Cup, they now look to defend their European title.
  • Both teams qualified through Group A3, with France topping the group and England finishing as runners-up.
  • Sweden and the Republic of Ireland were the other teams in the group.
  • There have been notable changes in both squads:
  • France have left out long-time stars Wendie Renard and Eugénie Le Sommer.
  • England are without Mary Earps and Fran Kirby due to retirement, and Millie Bright withdrew before undergoing knee surgery.
  • Hannah Hampton has stepped up this season and is now England’s number one.
  • The head-to-head record is evenly split, with two wins apiece.
  • This will be a close contest, but England will look to start their title defence with a win.

Score Prediction: France 0-2 England

 

France vs England Women Lineups

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France Predicted Lineup vs England

Pauline Peyraud-Magnin, Selma Bacha, Maëlle Lakrar, Thiniba Samoura, Aïssatou Tounkara Almeida, Sakina Karchaoui, Sandie Toletti, Grace Geyoro, Clara Matéo, Laurina Fazer Baltimore, Kadidiatou Diani

England Predicted Lineup vs France

Hannah Hampton, Jess Carter, Alex Greenwood, Leah Williamson, Lucy Bronze, Keira Walsh, Georgia Stanway, Lauren Hemp, Ella Toone, Beth Mead, Alessia Russo

France vs England Team News

France:

  • No known injuries.
  • Wendie Renard and Eugénie Le Sommer were not selected.
  • Kadidiatou Diani is one to watch, having scored 10 goals and provided 6 assists last season for Lyon.

England:

  • No known injuries.
  • Mary Earps and Fran Kirby retired before the tournament.
  • Millie Bright withdrew due to physical and mental readiness, later undergoing knee surgery.
  • Young talents Jess Park, Michelle Agyemang, and Grace Clinton could make an impact if given the chance.

 

 

France vs England Women Odds

Result Best Odds
France 43/20
Draw 12/5
England 7/5

 

France vs England Women Head-To-Head

Head-to-Head: France Women vs England Women (Last 5 Matches)

  • 04 June 2024 (UEFA CWQ): France Women 1-2 England Women (England win)

  • 31 May 2024 (UEFA CWQ): England Women 1-2 France Women (France win)

  • 09 April 2021 (International Friendly): France Women 3-1 England Women (France win)

  • 01 March 2018 (Four Nations Tournament): England Women 4-1 France Women (England win)

  • 20 October 2017 (International Friendly): France Women 1-0 England Women (France win)