Who are the reigning champions?
The Netherlands won the last tournament in 2017 and will be one of the favorites next summer, along with Germany, France, Spain, Sweden and host country England. In addition, Denmark was the runner-up five years ago and has a significant pedigree in the women’s game, while Norway has been in six finals and won the competition twice, and Italy is improving.
Who has the best record in the tournament?
Germany has historically been the most dominant team by far, having won a record eight European titles (out of a possible 12). England reached the semi-finals in 2017 and were defeated as finalists in both 2009 and 1984.
What are the best odds?
- Spain 3/1
- England 9/2
- French 5/1
- Netherlands 5/1
- Sweden 6/1
- Germany 7/1
- Norwegian 14/1
- Denmark 1/28
- Italian 28/1
- Swiss 50/1
- Austrian 66/1
- Belgian 100/1
- Portugal 100/1
- Iceland 100/1
- Finnish 250/1
- Northern Ireland 250/1
Which locations will be used?
Brighton’s Community Stadium, St Mary’s, Stadium MK, Brentford Community Stadium, Bramall Lane, Leigh Sports Village, New York Stadium, Manchester Academy Stadium, Old Trafford and Wembley.
In total there are 10 stadiums in nine host cities.
The cities will be “transformed” in part thanks to the fact that Arts Council England has awarded £800k to the euro to host an arts and cultural program alongside the tournament, funded through the National Lottery.
Tournament organizers have been criticized for their choice of venues, with Man City Academy’s stadium holding just 7,000 fans.
Where will the final be played?
Wembley Stadium on July 31.
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