Five European Debutants to Look Out for

Aggie Beever-Jones:

A key part of Chelseas unbeaten league season, Aggie Beever-Jones has shown her quality in continuous fashion. With nine WSL goals in 22 matches, having started only 12 – Wiegman has spotted the quality, and has gifted her the limelight.

On May 30th, she came on for her first senior start for England – and scored a 30-minute hat-trick. A historic performance for a historic win.

Alessia Russo may have nailed down the starting spot this time around, but don’t think that Beever-Jones won’t be chasing her down. A perfect super-sub. With England in Group D, dubbed the Group of Death, depth is crucial to qualification. Beever-Jones’ tenacity and ruthlessness in front of goal is exactly what England need to maintain momentum for a full 90’.

With just seven caps to her name, she’ll be hungry to add to the collection. Keep a close eye on the rise of ABJ.

Vicky Lopez:

Whenever Spain prays for new wonderkid, one arrives, appointed by the footballing Gods. Don’t let her youth fool you. Vicky Lopez is lethal. There’s just something special about Spanish midfielders.

Madridista by Motherland, Culer by Choice. The attacking midfielder made the move to Catalonia 2022 – at only 15-years-old – and now, at just 18, she’s straight-up running the show. Ten domestic accolades, including two Women’s Champions Leagues before her 18th birthday - this girl knows how to win.

This competition will be transformative. From a young prospect to a front-pager. Surrounded by the seasoned greats, she’s prepared to take the baton and run. The future of the Spanish national team is already here.

Giulia Dragoni:

There’s no rest for the wicked… or La Masia for that matter. The academy has done it again. Dragon by name and by nature. Giulia Dragoni is another rising talent to watch this summer.

The Barcelona loanee has been flying in the Italian capital. Touched back down on home-soil and has made it her own. Only 18-years-old on paper, but her poise is age-old.

In a squad rich with experience, Dragoni will have to fight for her place. There’s no doubt that she could make super-sub headlines this competition.

Italy may be an underdog nation this year, but Dragoni is bringing the fire to the European stage. Le Azzurre have never lifted the European trophy, could they make history this year?

Veerle Buurman:

After having only made her senior debut in October 2024, Buurman looks to be heading to Switzerland this summer. She made headlines at the U-17 and U-19 European Championships, and at only 19-years-old, is ready for the big leagues.

The Leeuwinnen have also been drawn in the Group of Death, alongside England, Wales and France – and will need to push for big results to qualify. Her involvement is uncertain, especially in a group of such high stakes, but the talent is undeniable.

After playing 21 matches for PSV in the league, with two goal involvements – she’ll be hoping to head back to the English capital with European experience under her belt.

Jill Janssens:

A Belgian midfielder running the show? We’ve seen this trend before. The 21-year-old missed out on the Women’s Euros in 2022 but has been instrumental to this year’s qualification.

Despite her preferred position being at right-back, manager Elisabet Gunnarsdottir, has favoured her in a midfield position. In the 3-2 Nations League win against England, Janssens played the full 90’, managing an assist.

Threatening both offensively and defensively, she’s a talent for the present and the future of Belgian football. Don’t be shocked when she surprises you.