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Euro 2025: Cascarino shines in France's big win to eliminate the Netherlands and top tough group

Euro 2025: Cascarino shines in France's big win to eliminate the Netherlands and top tough group

Washington Post3 days ago
BASEL, Switzerland — Inspired by Delphine Cascarino's stunning six-minute spell in the second half, France surged past the Netherlands 5-2 on Sunday to reach the quarterfinals at the Women's European Championship.
France's third straight win ensured it won Group D, ahead of England, which routed Wales 6-1 to finish runner-up.
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