Euro Cup 2025 Draw

The stage is officially set for the European Championships 2025, with the draw completed in a vibrant ceremony held in Düsseldorf, Germany — home to the buzzing Icon League. From June 4th to June 8th, Moldova’s capital, Chișinău, will once again host this prestigious small-sided football tournament, now in its third consecutive edition on Moldovan soil.

The draw, presented by Julia Cola (ISF Event Director) and Kristoff Kershi (Head of Soccer Europe), split 22 teams into five competitive groups, raising anticipation for what promises to be the most exciting Euro Cup yet.

🗳️ The Group Draw Breakdown

The 22 national teams were drawn into five groups — three with four teams and two with five — based on seeded pots. Here’s how the draw unfolded:

Group A

• Moldova 🇲🇩 (Host)

• France 🇫🇷

• Bulgaria 🇧🇬

• Ireland 🇮🇪

Group B

• Kazakhstan 🇰🇿 (Reigning Champions)

• Hungary 🇭🇺

• Cyprus 🇨🇾

• Lithuania 🇱🇹

Group C (The Group of Death)

• Poland 🇵🇱

• Ukraine 🇺🇦

• Italy 🇮🇹

• Serbia 🇷🇸

Group D

• Croatia 🇭🇷

• Belgium 🇧🇪

• Latvia 🇱🇻

• Portugal 🇵🇹

• Spain 🇪🇸

Group E

• Germany 🇩🇪

• Albania 🇦🇱

• Georgia 🇬🇪

• Turkey 🇹🇷

• Czech Republic 🇨🇿

🔥 Tournament Favorites & Key Storylines

• Kazakhstan enters as the reigning champions but missed out on the 2024 World Cup after a surprise defeat to Oman.

• Poland has drawn the most attention, landing in the incredibly tough Group C. Defender Camille Kuraskki expressed confidence, highlighting the challenge as motivation to elevate performance.

• Germany, led by Benedict Chandar, is out for redemption after an early exit in Oman and will face several strong Eastern European opponents.

Former German coach Mark noted that Group C is the toughest on paper, with Italy, Serbia, and Ukraine all considered major threats.

⚽ More Than Just Football

Beyond the draw, the event also celebrated the growth of small-sided football and the sense of community that surrounds it. Julia Cola reflected on how the Euro Cup is more than just a competition — it’s a reunion of friends, a symbol of unity, and a celebration of football across borders.

📅 Save the Dates

• Euro Cup 2025 Dates: June 4–8, 2025

• Location: Chișinău, Moldova

The countdown has begun. Teams are preparing, fans are buzzing, and the world of small-sided football is ready for another unforgettable championship.

Stay tuned for updates, group predictions, and match highlights right here. Who’s your favorite to win it all this year? Let us know in the comments below!