Wales’ Euro 2025 hopes rest on key players and growth in women’s football

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Wales women have made history by qualifying for Euro 2025, but their toughest challenge awaits in Group D, facing some top opponents. The story has sparked a surge in girls’ football in Wales, with growth expected as the tournament approaches.

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00:00Wales made history by qualifying for Euro 2025, but with England, France and the Netherlands

00:07in their group, the challenge ahead is even tougher.

00:12As the lowest-ranked team in their group, Wales will need to be at full strength to

00:16progress.

00:18Key to their success will be midfielder Jess Fishlock, who at 38 remains a big-game player

00:23and will look to shine in her first major international tournament.

00:27Another crucial figure is Chelsea's Sophie Ingle, who is recovering from a knee injury

00:32and aims to return in time for the Euros.

00:35Wales will also depend on players like Hayley Ladd, who moved clubs to secure more playing

00:40time.

00:42Beyond the pitch, the team's qualification is expected to inspire growth in Welsh women's

00:47football, with a significant increase in the number of girls playing the sport, similar

00:52to the boost seen in England following their success in Euro 2022.

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