❌ Missing in Switzerland: the XI absentees from Women's EURO 2025 | OneFootball

The UEFA Women's Euro 2025, which will be held in Switzerland from July 2 to 27, promises to be an unforgettable event for European women's football. However, some of the continent's most outstanding players will not be present at the tournament due to injuries, withdrawals, technical decisions, or because their national teams failed to qualify.

This ideal eleven brings together these absent stars, forming a team that, had they played, would have left a mark on the fans. Let’s get to know the footballers we won’t see on Swiss soil. With a 4-3-3 formation, this team combines experience, talent, and grit. Here is the eleven of the great absences from EURO 2025.

Goalkeeper: Mary Earps (England)

The Manchester United goalkeeper, one of the best in the world, will miss the EURO after stepping down from the England national team. Earps, key to England’s 2022 title, is known for her spectacular saves and leadership. Her absence will be a heavy blow for the Lionesses.

Defender: Katie McCabe (Republic of Ireland)

The Irish captain and Arsenal star will not be in Switzerland because Ireland fell to Wales in the 2024 qualification playoffs. McCabe, with her versatility, powerful shots, and character, would have been an undisputed leader on the left flank.

Defender: Mapi León (Spain)

The FC Barcelona center-back remains out of the Spanish national team since her withdrawal in 2023, reiterated in the last months of 2024, due to disagreements with the federation. Mapi, with her clean ball distribution and defensive solidity, is a significant loss for Spain, who will be at the tournament.

Defender: Millie Turner (England)

The Manchester United defender has not been included in England’s squad for EURO 2025 by decision of coach Sarina Wiegman, who has opted for other options in defense. Turner, with her strength and good positioning, would have brought security to the English backline.

Defender: Wendie Renard (France)

The iconic Olympique Lyonnais center-back and France captain has not been called up for EURO 2025 by the coaching staff, who are looking to renew the French defense with younger players. Renard, with her height, leadership, and aerial dominance, would have been a key figure for France, and her absence is one of the most surprising.

Midfield: Lena Oberdorf (Germany)

The Bayern Munich star, one of the best midfielders in the world, suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear in 2024 that has ruled her out of the EURO. Oberdorf, with her intensity and vision, would have been the engine of the German midfield.

Midfield: Teresa Abelleira (Spain)

The Real Madrid midfielder, known for her passing precision and tactical work, has not been included in Spain’s squad for EURO 2025 due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

Midfield: Jenni Hermoso (Spain)

The attacking midfielder, currently at Tigres in Mexico, was left out of Spain’s squad by Montse Tomé, who is looking to renew the team for the tournament. Hermoso, with her creativity, leadership, and experience at the 2023 World Cup, leaves a notable gap in Spain’s attack.

Forward: Caroline Weir (Scotland)

The Real Madrid playmaker, one of Scotland’s most talented players, will not be in Switzerland after her team was eliminated by Finland in the 2024 playoffs. Weir, with her technique, vision, and precise shots, would have been a star at the tournament.

Forward: Ramona Bachmann (Switzerland)

The veteran Swiss striker, one of the hosts’ key players, suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear just a few weeks ago, ruling her out of the EURO. Bachmann, with her goal-scoring instinct and experience, was essential to Switzerland’s hopes.

Forward: Eugénie Le Sommer (France)

France’s all-time top scorer has not been called up for EURO 2025 by decision of the coaching staff, who are prioritizing a team renewal. Le Sommer, with her goal-scoring instinct and experience, would have been a constant threat in the box.

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