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Maya Le Tissier and Jess Park named in England squad for World Cup playoffs

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Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Maya Le Tissier and Jess Park named in England squad for World Cup playoffs

Summary

Maya Le Tissier and Jess Park from Manchester United Women have been called up for England's squad as they prepare to face Greece in a two-legged playoff for the 2027 World Cup. Manchester United Women have improved recently, with a 2-1 win over West Ham United following a 10-1 victory against Sheffield United. However, Ella Toone has been omitted from the squad, despite her strong start to the season, as reported by The Guardian. England will play the first leg in Crete on October 9 and host Greece in Leicester on October 13.

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By the Numbers

•Le Tissier has 14 caps; Park has 26 appearances for England.
•United Women's recent results include a draw at Arsenal and wins against Sheffield United and West Ham.
•Ella Toone was not called up due to performance levels, per reports.

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6:05 AMYahoo Sports — Two Manchester United Women stars called up for England squad, one unusual omission

What they're saying

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1Manchester United Women have begun to turn their season around after a poor start.Season to dateTwo losses against London City Lionesses and Chelsea had fans concerned, but they have turned a corner ...
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