England Women's Euro 2025 campaign begins with defeat to France
TL;DR
England's defending champions suffered a surprising defeat to France in their Euro 2025 opener, with issues in midfield, defensive errors, and a lack of aggression contributing to their loss. Despite a late rally, they need to improve quickly to advance in the tournament, with upcoming matches against the Netherlands and Wales crucial for their progress.
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