FAQ
The football European Championship of women in Switzerland begins on Wednesday (02.07.2025). Where does the opening ceremony take place? What are the highlights of the show? The most important questions and answers about the ceremony.
When and where is it Opening ceremony?
The opening ceremony will take place on Wednesday evening directly in front of Switzerland against Norway (kick-off: 9 p.m.) in the St. Jakob Park in Basel. The first European Championship game will be kicked off in Thun at 6 p.m.: Iceland plays against Finland in Group A. The UEFA Euro 2025 has been the 14th European Football Championship of women since 1984. The tournament will take place for the first time in Switzerland.
Where will the Opening ceremony transmitted?
The transmission about the opening ceremony and the official European Championship opening game in Basel begins at 8:15 p.m. in the first – it can also be seen on Sportschau.de.
How long does the ceremony last?
The EM opening ceremony is by no means the dimensions of a show, such as at the Olympic Games in Paris last year. As a long time, less than ten minutes are planned, the official start on the lawn of the Basel stadium is said to be at 8:47 p.m. The players of Switzerland and from Norway come to the square at 8:53 p.m.
What is the topic of the Opening ceremony?
The celebration bears the title “Achieve new heights together”. On the one hand, the host country Switzerland refers to its impressive mountain landscapes, which frame the European Championship – and on the other hand to the rise of women’s football, which is to reach a new highlight through the European Championship. The focus of a three -part choreography is the variety and cohesion of the 16 participating nations – and of course the EM Cup plays a role. The spectators in the stadium should also actively become part of the ceremony. Almost 30,000 colorful cardboard signs are distributed for this.
The opening ceremony takes place in the St. Jakob Park in Basel
Who appears at the celebration?
A total of around 185 people on the lawn are in action at the opening ceremony. In addition to dancers and dancers, there will be other volunteers to move flags, mirrors and inflatable elements during choreography.
Immediately after the end of the official opening ceremony, the next highlight of the evening is pending: The national anthem of Switzerland (“Swiss Psalm”) is sung by the singer and TV presenter Beatrice Egli, which is also very well known in Germany. Pop artist Astrid S will perform the Norwegian hymn (“Yes, we love this country”). It is not only a star in her home country, but also tours through Europe and the USA.
When does the game start?
After the two hymns, the focus is on the players and the ball: the official opening game of the UEFA Euro 2025 between Switzerland and Norway begins at 9 p.m.