Portugal Women vs Italy Women Prediction and Match Preview

Match Preview

Portugal endured a humiliating start to their UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 campaign, suffering a crushing 5-0 defeat to Spain on Thursday. Esther González netted a brace, while Alexia Putellas and Vicky López added one each before halftime, putting Spain comfortably ahead with a 4-0 lead.

Cristina Martín-Prieto sealed the rout with a stoppage-time goal to cap off a dominant Spanish display. This heavy loss has only intensified the pressure on Portugal, who have now failed to win any of their last six matches (1 draw, 5 losses).

Their only non-defeat during this period came in a goalless draw with Nigeria in a pre-Euro friendly, highlighting their deep struggles in both attack and defense.

Italy, on the other hand, got their tournament off to a more positive start with a narrow 1-0 victory over Belgium. The game’s only goal came from Bayern Munich midfielder Arianna Caruso, whose well-placed right-footed shot in the 44th minute secured all three points.

While Italy will be pleased with the result, there’s still room for improvement in both their attacking efficiency and defensive shape if they’re to mount a serious challenge in the latter stages of the competition.

For now, however, their focus will be firmly on Portugal, as a second consecutive win would all but secure their place in the quarter-finals.

Portugal Women vs Italy Women Prediction

Given the current form and head-to-head history, we expect Italy to emerge victorious. The Azzurre are unbeaten in their last four matches (3 wins, 1 draw), while Portugal are winless in their last six and have failed to score in each of their last four outings. Italy have also won each of the last four meetings between these two sides, reinforcing their dominance in this fixture.

We also do not expect both teams to score. Italy have kept three clean sheets in their last four matches, while Portugal’s attacking woes suggest another blank is likely.

Finally, look out for Cristiana Girelli to find the back of the net. The experienced forward has scored three goals in her last four international appearances and is always a threat in front of goal.

Afolabi Ezekiel- July 7, 2025

Portugal Women vs Italy Women Betting Tips

Italy Win To Nil

OK

3.00 Odds

Italy W 2-0

OK

8.50 Odds

Cristiana Girrelli - Anytime Goal Scorer

OK

1.91 Odds