Germany looks to bounce back after a tough loss at the end of the group stage to advance at the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship on Saturday, when they face a tough test in France.

The defending champions begin their Euro 2025 campaign against fellow-heavyweights France in a blockbuster Group D clash. Both sides' lead-up to the tournament has been far from smooth. England were rocked by the double-blow of Mary Earps' retirement and Millie Bright's decision to pull out of selection.

The Lionesses, however, thought they had taken the lead inside 16 minutes at the Stadion Letzigrund in Zurich, only for Alessia Russo’s goal to be disallowed for a marginal offside ruling on Beth Mead. It was a decision England’s head coach described as a “huge surprise” — so what exactly happened, and why didn’t the goal stand?

France and Germany go head-to-head in the quarterfinals of the Women's Euro 2025 on Saturday. Here is what you need to know before kickoff.

Group D action at the UEFA Women's Euro tournament begins Saturday with two exciting matchups, the second one will feature a clash between France and England.

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

France vs. England in Women's Euro 2025 is available to live stream for free on ITVX. ITVX is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN.

The UEFA Women’s European Championship continues on Saturday, July 5 with a second Group D match on the day, this time with England battling France at Stadion Letzigrund in Zürich.