The Netherlands, Sweden, Portugal and Switzerland are all in Group C
Everything remains clear in Group C of the Women’s Euro 2022 as the Netherlands drew 1-1 with Sweden after the clash between Portugal and Switzerland ended 2-2.
The heavyweight duel between the defending champions and Sweden produced no winners, the pair now need to improve against Portugal and Switzerland to top the group.
Both teams are real contenders to win the tournament and the battle between them was as close as expected.
Sweden were more convincing in the first half and took a deserved lead in the 36th minute thanks to Jonna Andersson.
However, the Dutch improved after the break and Jill Roord shot them level just after the restart.
Despite chances, neither side could snag a winner and in the end the draw was a just result.
Neither side had an advantage after the draw between Portugal and Switzerland provided an opportunity to take the lead in the group.
The minnows’ clash was decidedly more dramatic as Switzerland took an early lead but were unable to hold out.
The Swiss were leading by two goals after just five minutes, Rahel Kiwic contributing to Coumba Sow’s opener.
Instead of panicking, Portugal rallied and held their ground in contention before eventually scoring through Diana Gomes just before the hour mark.
Jessica Silva restored the equalizer with 25 minutes remaining but Portugal were unable to turn their momentum into a winner.
Portugal’s comeback marked the first time in the history of the Women’s Championship that a side went two goals behind and didn’t lose.
Afterwards, Selecao coach Francisco Neto said: “Today was a testament to our growth as a team. Maybe a few years ago we would have panicked and conceded more goals and that didn’t happen today.
“Even with the 2-0 defeat, the team kept calm, tried to reorganize, communicated and grew. That was the reason why we were competitive until the end and deserved to win.”
Nils Nielsen was optimistic and said: “One point is better than none – that means we’re still in the tournament.
“But it also means we need to get points in the next two games to go through. We need to play better for that.”
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