It's a year later that planned, but the UEFA Women's Euros is finally here and it promises to be one of the most open tournaments in the history of the competition.
Seven or eight nations are among those being tipped to triumph, from hosts England to newly-risen dark horses Spain and eight-time champions Germany.
That indicates the level of quality that will be on show across the board this summer, meaning there are plenty of established names and up-and-coming stars to keep an eye on.
GOAL has picked out 50 players that should be on your radar as the tournament gets under way on Wednesday…
GettyKosovare Asllani | Sweden
The first ever Galactica, former Real Madrid star Kosovare Asllani is such an enjoyable footballer to watch when she is in full flow.
Not only is she able to split defences open with a pass or glide through them with ease when on the ball, she also works incredibly hard for her teams – something that is often at a premium with midfielders that get the freedom she does.
With experience of playing in five different countries, she's a leader for Sweden, too, and was one of the stand-out players in their run to the final of the Olympics Games in 2021.
AdvertisementGettySelma Bacha | France
Selma Bacha was just 17 years old when she started – and won – her first Women's Champions League final, back in 2018.
Exposed to such a high level at such an age, it’s no surprise, then, that in the time since, she's developed into a very intelligent full-back who is effective at both ends of the pitch.
Bacha’s ability to produce an inch-perfect cross has become perhaps the most eye-catching aspect of her game, while the steely winning mentality she’s built from her time with eight-time European champions Lyon will take her a long way.
GettySandy Baltimore | France
One of the most promising players on the planet, it’s easy to forget just how young Sandy Baltimore is. After all, she was only 16 years old when she made her debut for Paris Saint-Germain and has been taking strides forward every year since.
She’s positive, she’s confident and she makes things happen with her absolute wand of a left foot.
The term ‘game-changer’ is thrown around a lot nowadays, but that’s what Baltimore is – and she does it at the very highest level.
GettyLineth Beerensteyn | Netherlands
There are few defenders in the world that would enjoy coming up against Lineth Beerensteyn.
The Juventus forward is quick, skilful and anticipates play well, able to get herself in those pockets of space off the ball where she can hurt the opposition.
But as well as having that confidence to produce in the attacking third, the Dutchwoman is also a team player and doesn’t shy away from the defensive duties that are as important to ensure she and her side are successful.