Swiss Midfielder Smilla Vallotto's Homecoming: Dream Match in Women's Euro 2025
Swiss midfielder Smilla Vallotto is set for a dream match as she plays against Norway, the country where she grew up, in the Women's Euro 2025 opening game. Vallotto discussed the excitement and challenges of facing Norway and her recent transfer to VfL Wolfsburg, emphasizing a focus on one game at a time.
As Switzerland opens its Women's Euro 2025 campaign against Norway in Basel, midfielder Smilla Vallotto relishes a personal milestone. Facing the nation where she spent her formative years, Vallotto views this match as a dream realized on Swiss soil.
Born in Geneva and raised in Norway, Vallotto's football journey began in Stavanger. Despite initial successes playing in Norway, the decision to represent Switzerland at an international level was a natural choice for the midfielder.
The upcoming match follows two recent narrow defeats to Norway in the Women's Nations League, setting the stage for a much-anticipated rematch. Vallotto, recently signed by VfL Wolfsburg, focuses on the immediate challenge as Switzerland aims for Euro 2025 knockout rounds.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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