Lionesses need setbacks like Spain loss - Wiegman
Summary
England’s women’s football team, the Lionesses, lost 4-0 to Spain in a crucial World Cup qualifying match, missing the chance to qualify automatically for the 2027 Women’s World Cup. They now must hope Spain drops points in their next game and must beat Ukraine to have a chance to qualify through the play-offs later this year.Key Facts
- England lost 4-0 to Spain in a World Cup qualifying match in Majorca.
- The loss means England cannot secure automatic qualification for the 2027 Women’s World Cup right now.
- Spain leads the group and England will qualify only if Spain loses or draws against Iceland.
- England faces Ukraine next and must win to stay in contention.
- Coach Sarina Wiegman said the defeat is a setback but a chance to improve.
- England’s players, including Lauren Hemp, recognize the need to perform better and are not panicking.
- The two teams have a strong rivalry, with England winning Euro 2025 and Spain winning the 2023 World Cup.
- England will play the play-offs in autumn if they do not finish top of their group.
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