With one month to go until the 2025 European Cross Country Championships, the British team once again arrives with serious ambitions. Blending established champions with young talents already well-versed in continental competition, the squad will travel to Lagoa, Portugal, aiming not only to challenge for top honours but to dominate the medal table yet again. Britain’s recent supremacy in the U20 and U23 categories naturally places its athletes among the overwhelming favourites, with several chasing a third consecutive individual title. After strong performances in Liverpool and on the international circuit, confidence is high.