Wales prepares for Women's World Cup qualifier against Czech Republic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 8:45 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Wales women's soccer team, led by Rhian Wilkinson, will face the Czech Republic on June 9 in Cardiff as part of their Women's World Cup qualifying campaign. After a challenging journey to Montenegro, which ended in a disappointing 1-1 draw, the squad is eager to perform at home and aims to finish top of their qualifying group. Despite the setback against Montenegro, the team remains optimistic, citing improvements needed from the previous game. They have analyzed their performance and are focused on capitalizing on their strengths in front of a supportive home crowd.
- •Wales held to a 1-1 draw against Montenegro in their last qualifier.
- •The match against the Czech Republic is scheduled for June 9 in Cardiff.
- •Wales aims to finish top of the qualifying group.
- •The team struggled with travel disruptions before the Montenegro match.
- •Players emphasize the importance of home advantage and crowd support.
- 8:45 AMYahoo Sports — Rhiannon Roberts column: Happy to be home and aiming high
- 8:43 AMBBC Sport — Rhiannon Roberts column: Happy to be home and aiming high
"Rhiannon Roberts looks back on Wales' nightmare journey to Montenegro and forward to their Women's World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic.
"Rhiannon Roberts looks back on Wales' nightmare journey to Montenegro and forward to their Women's World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 8:45 AMRhiannon Roberts column: Happy to be home and aiming high
Rhiannon Roberts looks back on Wales' nightmare journey to Montenegro and forward to their Women's World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic.
- BBC SportJun 9, 2026, 8:43 AMRhiannon Roberts column: Happy to be home and aiming high
Rhiannon Roberts looks back on Wales' nightmare journey to Montenegro and forward to their Women's World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic.
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