🔎 Group C at the Women's EURO, Germany aiming to reclaim their crown | OneFootball

The most physical and balanced group of the tournament brings together a historic champion, two experienced Scandinavian teams, and a hungry debutant. The margin for error will be minimal for those aiming for the quarterfinals.

⭐ One Player to Watch from Each Team

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🇩🇪 Lea Schüller (Germany). The Bayern Munich forward is one of the most dangerous weapons in Germany’s revamped attack. With 52 goals in 75 international matches, Schüller stands out for her power, mobility, and instinct inside the box. She will be the offensive reference for a team that, despite its absences, remains a contender for everything. In the absence of Lena Oberdorf, her impact in the opening matches will be even more decisive.

🇩🇰 Pernille Harder (Denmark). The captain of Denmark and current Bayern player arrives as the emblem of a team that blends youth with experience. Harder is pure technique, vision, and leadership. Her ability to create danger from the attacking midfield or as a forward allows her to appear at all key moments. If Denmark wants to repeat its 2017 feat and get past the group stage, everything depends on her.

🇵🇱 Ewa Pajor (Poland). A fast, powerful, and lethal striker in the box, Pajor is Poland’s great hope in their first appearance at a European Championship. After a great season with Wolfsburg and a recent signing by FC Barcelona, she arrives brimming with confidence. Her presence in the box can turn every opportunity into gold, especially in tighter matches. A debutant with the spirit of a veteran.

🇸🇪 Fridolina Rolfö (Sweden). Established as one of the best players in the world, Rolfö combines technique, physicality, and international experience. An undisputed starter at Barça, where she has shone this season, she will be the axis of Sweden’s attack in this Euro. Capable of playing both as a winger and an attacking midfielder, her shots from outside the box and her ability to decide matches make all the difference. She will lead a generation that refuses to settle for less.

❌ The Most Notable Absences and Injuries

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Germany arrives at the Euro with the significant absence of Lena Oberdorf, one of the best defensive midfielders in the world, who will not be rushed back after a knee injury. Her absence leaves a gap in the German team's balance, which also faces fitness doubts over players like Nicole Anyomi and Marina Hegering. Denmark, on the other hand, has no major injuries, but there are concerns about its heavy reliance on Harder in attack and the lack of clear alternatives up front.

For Poland, the most notable absence is Nikola Karczewska of AC Milan, a player who could have provided greater attacking depth. There is also some uncertainty regarding the fitness of Paulina Dudek, a key defender who has arrived carrying a load after returning from a knee injury. Sweden, for its part, has not suffered major losses, although the full recovery of Rosa Kafaji—who has come into the tournament with some discomfort—is being closely monitored.

🗓️ The Most Important Match of This Group in the Group Stage

Denmark – Sweden (July 4, Geneva)

The Scandinavian classic will open the group with a direct clash between two teams aiming for the same goal: reaching the quarterfinals. Sweden, with more talent and collective experience, has a slight advantage, but Denmark is driven by a generation eager to repeat their 2017 feat. The result will shape the immediate future of the group: whoever wins could afford a slip-up against Germany and still stay alive. Whoever loses will be left with no safety net from day one.

📊 Who Are the Favorites to Advance to the Quarterfinals?

Germany, despite its absences, remains the big favorite to top the group. Its squad depth, Schüller’s leadership in attack, and experience in major tournaments keep it as a clear candidate. However, the gap with its rivals has narrowed. Sweden appears as the strongest alternative: it maintains a core of elite players like Rolfö, Angeldahl, and Ilestedt, and its competitiveness is undeniable.

Denmark starts a step behind, but with an inspired Harder, they can be very dangerous. If they achieve solidity at the back and capitalize on their attacking efficiency, they can compete for second place. Poland, meanwhile, arrives as the group’s big unknown. It’s their first Euro, and while they have the talent of Pajor and Kozak, their inexperience may weigh on them. Still, no one can afford to underestimate them.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.

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