Wales secures top spot in Group B1, eyes Women's World Cup qualification
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 8:33 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Wales claims a 3-1 victory over the Czech Republic, securing first place in Group B1 of the Women's World Cup qualifiers. Head coach Rhian Wilkinson emphasizes the team's potential for World Cup qualification but acknowledges the challenges ahead, including two two-legged playoff ties against European teams. The playoff draw is scheduled for June 18, with semifinals set for October. Wilkinson praised her players for their resilience and ability to perform under pressure, noting an unbeaten streak of eight games. The emphasis now shifts to preparing for the playoffs, where Wales will aim to advance further toward their first World Cup appearance.
- •Wales tops Group B1 with a 3-1 win over the Czech Republic.
- •Rhian Wilkinson highlights the team's quality and potential for World Cup qualification.
- •Wales has a chance to face a League A side in the playoffs.
- •Playoff draw scheduled for June 18, with semifinals in October.
- •Team is unbeaten in eight matches leading into the playoffs.
- 8:33 PMYahoo Sports — Wales can reach Women's World Cup - Wilkinson
- 8:27 PMBBC Sport — Wales can reach Women's World Cup through play-offs - Wilkinson
"Rhian Wilkinson says Wales have the potential to qualify for next year's Women's World Cup after they beat the Czech Republic to claim top spot in Group B1.
"Rhian Wilkinson says Wales have the potential to qualify for next year's Women's World Cup after they beat the Czech Republic to claim top spot in Group B1.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 8:33 PMWales can reach Women's World Cup - Wilkinson
Rhian Wilkinson says Wales have the potential to qualify for next year's Women's World Cup after they beat the Czech Republic to claim top spot in Group B1.
- BBC SportJun 9, 2026, 8:27 PMWales can reach Women's World Cup through play-offs - Wilkinson
Rhian Wilkinson says Wales have the potential to qualify for next year's Women's World Cup after they beat the Czech Republic to claim top spot in Group B1.
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