England handed blockbuster clash in 2027 Women’s World Cup qualifying

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·4 November 2025

England have been drawn against world champions Spain in qualifying for the 2027 World Cup, renewing their fierce rivalry.
The Lionesses, who lost to Spain in the 2023 World Cup final but beat them in the Euros final and a Nations League match earlier this year, will also face Iceland and Ukraine in their League A group.
Matches for this qualifying stage are scheduled to take place between February and June next year.
Group winners will secure one of UEFA’s four direct qualification spots for the World Cup in Brazil, with further play-offs determining additional places.
Other home nations' draws include the Republic of Ireland facing France, the Netherlands, and Poland; Wales against Czechia, Albania, and Montenegro; Scotland with Belgium, Luxembourg, and Israel; and Northern Ireland in a group with Switzerland, Turkey, and Malta.