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The key questions facing England ahead of Euro 2025 opener

England kick off their campaign against France tonight in Zurich

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England’s Euro 2025 campaign begins today.

After what has felt like the longest and loudest build up to an England tournament opener, the day has finally arrived.

Sarina Wiegman’s side begin their Euros defence against France tonight in Zurich.

It is the toughest opening match at a major tournament that Wiegman has faced since becoming England boss in 2021. And it could well be a defining 90 minutes in her tenure.

Lose and the noise continues to build around England’s pre-tournament preparations, high-profile squad departures and performances.

This game will make it clear whether her side can not only handle the pressure but have the technical and physical capabilities to match a France side stacked with attacking talent.

Here are the key questions facing Wiegman and England ahead of tonight’s game:

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