Wales held to draw; facing crucial match against the Czechs

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Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Wales held to draw; facing crucial match against the Czechs
Summary

Wales played to a 1-1 draw against Montenegro in a Women's World Cup qualifier on June 6. Carrie Jones scored a first-half penalty, but Wales allowed Montenegro to equalize late in the match. The result left Wales second in Group B1, with a decisive match against the Czech Republic upcoming in Cardiff. Previously, the Czech Republic drew 1-1 with Albania, limiting Wales' advancement potential.

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  • •Wales leads Group B1 with a 1-1 draw against Montenegro.
  • •Hannah Cain scored for Wales from a penalty kick.
  • •Montenegro's equalizer came in the 79th minute.
  • •Czech Republic remains a threat after drawing with Albania.
  • •Next match for Wales is critical against the Czechs in Cardiff.
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  • 7:34 AMBBC Sport — Wales aim to right their wrongs against the Czechs
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Wales' trip to Montenegro did not go according to plan and, as a result, the path to the Women's World Cup is unchanged.

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