AFCON 2025
Spain delivered a dominant performance to thrash Belgium 6–2 in Thun, moving top of Group B at the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025.
Alexia Putellas starred with two goals and two assists, making her the first player in Women’s EURO history to achieve that feat in a single match.
Irene Paredes also got on the scoresheet with a powerful header before the break. Belgium managed to respond through Justine Vanhaevermaet and Hannah Eurlings, but were overwhelmed by Spain’s relentless attacking play.
Later in the day, in Geneva, Italy faced Portugal in a thrilling encounter that ended in a 1–1 draw. Cristiana Girelli put Italy ahead in the 70th minute with a stunning curling strike.
Portugal looked dead in the water until an 89th‑minute equaliser from Diana Gomes kept their knockout hopes alive. A late red card for Ana Borges didn’t affect the outcome.
