Germany Secures Early Spot in Women’s Euro Quarterfinals

Milestone Achieved Ahead of Final Group Match

The German women’s national team has clinched an early place in the quarterfinals of the European Championship after a 2-1 victory over Denmark, coupled with Sweden’s convincing 3-0 win against Poland. These results mean that head coach Christian Wück’s squad cannot be pushed out of the top two positions in their group, regardless of the outcome on the final match day. Now, Germany will face Sweden on Saturday at 9 p.m., fighting for the coveted top spot in Group C. Since Sweden currently boasts a superior goal difference, Germany will need a win to claim first place.

Captain Giulia Gwinn Sends a Message of Support

Despite being sidelined by injury, team captain Giulia Gwinn reached out to fans and teammates after Germany’s crucial win over Denmark. Taking to Instagram, Gwinn expressed her affection for the squad and their supporters, posting, “So much love for this team & you fans,” alongside a photo showing teammates Klara Bühl and Elisa Senß holding Gwinn’s jersey. To further honor their captain, all German players wore wrist tape marked with “GG7.” Gwinn is currently undergoing treatment for a knee injury in Munich, but she remains determined to rejoin her teammates, aiming to be back with the squad for the high-stakes match against Sweden—even though her recovery will require a few more weeks.

Sweden’s Victory Seals Quarterfinal Berth for Both Teams

Sweden’s dominant performance against Poland not only guaranteed their own quarterfinal appearance but also secured Germany’s place in the next round. In Luzern, Sweden powered to a 3-0 win, with goals from Stina Blackstenius, captain Kosovare Asllani, and Lina Hurtig—all scored with headers. Their fast start set the tone, with Asllani striking the crossbar just three minutes in and Madelen Janogy rattling the post soon after.

The crucial breakthrough came in the 28th minute: Asllani cleverly chipped the ball into the box, allowing Blackstenius to rise above the defense and head home the opener. Hurtig capped the scoring in the 77th minute, heading in from a corner to seal the comprehensive victory. Meanwhile, Polish striker Ewa Pajor, a former Bundesliga player now with Barcelona, found little space to operate as her team struggled to mount any offensive threat.

Poland and Denmark Eliminated, Germany Prepares for Decisive Clash

With this result, Poland has been eliminated from the tournament after back-to-back defeats, joining Denmark on the sidelines. For Germany, the scenario is clear: thanks to Sweden’s triumph, their place in the quarterfinals is assured. The final group-stage match against Sweden will now determine who finishes at the top of Group C, with both teams eager to carry momentum into the knockout rounds.