England faces Greece in World Cup qualifying play-off first leg
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Last updated Oct 9, 2026
England takes on Greece in the first leg of their qualifying play-off for the 2027 Women’s World Cup on October 9 at 5:30 PM BST. The match is held at Pankritio Stadium in Crete. This is the first senior meeting between the two nations in women's play, with England ranked 4th and Greece 59th worldwide. England seeks to build on their strong qualifying campaign where they finished second in Group C, while Greece topped Group L with four wins from four matches. The return leg is scheduled for October 12 at King Power Stadium.
- •Match kicks off at 5:30 PM BST at Pankritio Stadium
- •England finished second in Group C, Greece topped Group L
- •First senior meeting between England and Greece in women's soccer
- •Return leg to be held on October 12 in England
- •Lexi Potter called up for potential debut; Leah Williamson returns to squad
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"England travel to Greece for the first leg of their qualifying play-off for the 2027 Women’s World Cup
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