England fails to qualify automatically for 2027 World Cup after disappointing losses
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 1:53 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
England's women's soccer team has missed out on automatic qualification for the 2027 World Cup, which will be held in Brazil. This conclusion follows their heaviest defeat in 17 years against Spain in Mallorca, as well as a disappointing performance in their match against Ukraine. The Lionesses now face the challenge of navigating the play-offs to secure their spot in the tournament. Analysts are assessing Coach Sarina Wiegman's tactical approach and squad selections in light of these recent results.
- •England's loss to Spain marks their heaviest defeat in 17 years.
- •The Lionesses must now participate in play-offs for World Cup qualification.
- •Their World Cup qualifying campaign ended frustratingly without automatic qualification.
- •Analysts are discussing implications of recent performances for future matches.
- 1:53 PMThe Guardian Sport — England’s World Cup setback and Durham’s fight for survival – Women’s Football Weekly
"Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzy Wrack, Tom Garry and Marva Kreel to discuss England’s failure to qualify automatically for the 2027 World Cup and the uncertain future facing Durham. On today’s pod: The panel assess a frustrating end to England’s World Cup qualifying campaign, as the Lionesses miss out on automatic qualification for Brazil 2027 and must now navigate the play-offs. The panel discuss the Lionesses’ heaviest defeat in 17 years as Spain ran riot in Mallorca, debate Sarina Wiegman’s tactical approach and squad selection, and ask what England’s performances against Spain and Ukraine reveal about the team ahead of next year’s World Cup. Continue reading...
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