Norway (W) VS Italy (W) Prediction 17 July 2025

Norway (W) VS Italy (W)    Livescore / H2H stats and Live Streaming
Time:17-07-2025 03:00 Thursday

【Strength Comparison】
This quarterfinal matchup in the UEFA European Women's Championship features two strong and experienced teams. Norway (W) have a slight edge, sitting 4th in the FIFA Women's World Rankings compared to Italy (W) at 14th.
Norway (W)'s recent form has been solid, with 3 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss in their last 7 matches. Italy (W) have also been consistent, with 3 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss in the same period.
Head-to-head, the teams have faced each other 6 times, with 2 wins for Norway (W), 2 draws, and 2 losses. This suggests the matchup is evenly balanced, with neither side holding a clear psychological advantage.

【Key Factors】
Norway (W)'s experience and depth will be key factors. They have several world-class players like Ada Hegerberg, Caroline Graham Hansen, and Guro Reiten, who can make the difference.
Italy (W)'s defensive organization and counterattacking threat, led by the likes of Barbara Bonansea and Cristiana Girelli, could cause problems for the Norwegians.
Fitness levels, tactical flexibility, and the ability to handle the pressure of a high-stakes knockout match will all be crucial in determining the outcome.

【Expert Prediction】 🇳🇴🇮🇹
Given the evenly-matched nature of this tie, I predict a closely contested 2-1 victory for Norway (W).
Norway (W)'s superior overall quality and home advantage may give them the edge, but Italy (W)'s resilience and attacking prowess mean they cannot be underestimated. The match is likely to be decided by a moment of individual brilliance or a defensive lapse.
An upset victory for Italy (W) cannot be ruled out, as they have shown the ability to produce big results against tough opponents. However, Norway (W)'s experience in major tournaments and the backing of their passionate home crowd should give them the confidence to edge this quarterfinal clash.
This promises to be an exciting and high-intensity encounter, with both teams giving their all to reach the semifinals of the UEFA European Women's Championship. It's a match that could go either way, making it a must-watch for any fan of the women's game.