Wales secures top spot in World Cup qualifying group with win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Wales completed a 3-1 victory over the Czech Republic in Cardiff on June 10, 2026, to finish first in Group B1 of the Women's World Cup qualifiers. The win marked their eighth consecutive match without defeat, following a troubled start to their campaign. Ceri Holland noted the performance was crucial, as it enabled Wales to secure a favorable path in upcoming play-offs. The team will face a semi-final opponent from another League B group on June 18, with the second leg scheduled to be held at home.
- •Wales beats the Czech Republic 3-1 to top Group B1.
- •The team is unbeaten in eight matches since December.
- •Ceri Holland describes the win as a fantastic performance.
- •Play-off draw occurs on June 18, with a home second leg.
- •Wales seeks to qualify for the Women's World Cup for the first time.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Wilkinson's Wales give themselves World Cup chance
- 2:01 PMBBC Sport — Wilkinson's Wales give themselves World Cup chance
"The next European Championship may still be a more realistic target, but Wales have given themselves hope of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
"The next European Championship may still be a more realistic target, but Wales have given themselves hope of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 2:01 PMWilkinson's Wales give themselves World Cup chance
The next European Championship may still be a more realistic target, but Wales have given themselves hope of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
- BBC SportJun 10, 2026, 2:01 PMWilkinson's Wales give themselves World Cup chance
The next European Championship may still be a more realistic target, but Wales have given themselves hope of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
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