Following a period of debate surrounding the federation and the internationals, Spain travels to Sweden for the debut of the new Nations League campaign.
The Spanish women’s national team will take on Sweden in the UEFA Women’s Nations League this Friday. The venue is Gothenburg, amid ongoing discussions that intensified after the World Cup celebrations when a kiss between a federation official and a national team player drew global attention. The event prompted wide-ranging consequences and reshaped leadership within the team and its management.
Leadership changes followed the resignation wave within the internationals and the departure of head coach Jorge Vilda. Montse Tomé, previously his assistant, stepped in to guide the squad as the federation sought stability in preparation for the important matches ahead.
While several players declined to travel with the team, the coach assembled the world champions, ensuring the squad could participate and avoid potential legal issues. Some players, including Patri Guijarro and Mapi León, had not joined the World Cup campaign and chose not to participate in this phase, citing mental readiness concerns.
Against a backdrop of institutional upheaval and ongoing football governance discussions, the national team faces two pivotal fixtures in the UEFA Nations League, a tournament that doubles as Olympic qualification and a major milestone for Spain’s women’s program.
The opening game is scheduled for next Friday against a strong European power. Spain previously defeated Sweden in the most recent World Cup meeting and will aim to secure a favorable result again on Friday, September 22, with kick-off at 6:30 PM (CET) at the Gamla Ullevi Stadium in Gothenburg. This match will be available on Teledeporte and through RTVE Play, providing fans with multiple viewing options.
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Note: All times are listed in local time. For fans in North America, match timing corresponds to the same CET broadcast window, with regional replays and streaming options announced by local broadcasters and RTVE’s platforms. Fans seeking updates should check official team pages and broadcaster schedules for any changes. All coverage is subject to federation announcements and scheduling updates.
Attribution for the event context comes from contemporary coverage and official federation statements, which outline the tournament format, the teams involved, and the implications for Olympic qualification. (Goal)