World champions Spain scored twice in the opening seven minutes as they routed Portugal 5-0 on Thursday in a first statement of intent at women's Euro 2025 in Switzerland. Esther Gonzalez netted after 87 seconds in Bern and completed a brace in the 43rd.

An emotional Portugal side took on Spain, while Italy beat Belgium. Here's what you need to know from Thursday's Euro 2025 action.

Italy has secured what could prove to be a pivotal opening victory in the Women's European Championship by beating Belgium 1-0.