By Olivier Acuña Barba •
Published: 11 May 2025 • 22:22
• 2 minutes read
The match is on! Spain vs Barcelona in a not-so-friendly showdown in Barcelona June 3rd | Photo: She Kicks
On June 3, 2025, Spain’s women’s national football team will lock horns against their English counterpart in a friendly but high-stakes UEFA Women’s Nations League group stage finale at Barcelona’s RCDE Stadium.
This isn’t just another match—it’s a showdown between two global powerhouses, with Spain aiming to cement their dominance and England chasing revenge after a 1-0 loss at Wembley earlier this year.
With tickets starting at a budget-friendly 15 euros in the RCDE stadium in Barcelona, fans are gearing up for this UEFA women’s football spectacle that could shape the road to the final stages.
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Why this friendly match matters
Spain, the reigning world champions and Nations League titleholders, lead Group A3 with three wins and one loss—the sole defeat coming against England on February 26, when Jess Park’s first-half strike sealed a 1-0 upset at Wembley.
That result snapped Spain’s blistering run, where they’ve averaged 3.4 goals per game, more than any other nation in the competition.
For Spain, coached by Montse Tomé, this match is a chance to secure top spot in the group and a smoother path to the final four, set for October to December 2025. A win would also boost their bid to defend the title they claimed in 2023.
England players are no slouches
England, ranked second globally, are no slouches. Under Sarina Wiegman, the Lionesses are unbeaten in eight home games against Spain, though their recent 1-0 World Cup final loss in 2023 stings.
They’re fighting to overtake Spain in the group and prove they can topple the champions on foreign soil. “We’re playing to win and build momentum,” Wiegman said pre-Wembley, a mantra still driving her squad, England Football.
Location, location, location
The clash unfolds at the RCDE Stadium, home of RCD Espanyol, with a 40,000-capacity that’s set to roar at 7:00 PM local time.
This “football temple,” as the Spanish FA calls it, is a fitting stage for a duel of titans. Barcelona’s vibrant atmosphere will amplify the stakes, with Spain banking on home support to drown out England’s travelling fans.
Ticket prices are at a discount!
Tickets go on sale May 13 at noon via tickets.rfef.es, with prices starting at just 15 euros for basic seats—cheaper than a night out.
Premium spots like Tribuna Premium range higher, though exact prices remain unlisted (management fees apply).
A 30 per cent early-bird discount runs until May 22, so fans can snag seats for as low as 10.50 euros if they act fast.
You’re capped at six tickets per purchase, and they’re digital via the RFEF-Tickets app. Accessible seats for fans with reduced mobility are available at 15 euros, including a free companion ticket, though you’ll need to email for confirmation.
Group standing and stakes
Spain’s three victories give them a slim edge in Group A3, including Belgium and Portugal. England, smarting from their Wembley win, are hot on their heels, with the group phase wrapping up on June 3rd.
The top teams advance to the final stages, drawn June 6 in Nyon, making this match a potential decider.
For Spain’s Mariona Caldentey, who’s racked up 12 goal involvements since 2024, and England’s Alessia Russo, with seven, it’s a chance to shine.
The duel of champions
Social media’s buzzing, with posts on X calling it a “duel of champions”. Spain’s 1-0 Wembley loss has fans itching for payback, while England’s supporters are banking on another Park masterclass. With cheap tickets and a cauldron-like atmosphere, the RCDE Stadium will be electric. Will Spain solidify their reign, or will England pull off another shock? June 3 can’t come soon enough.