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Wiegman emphasizes need for improvement after Spain defeat

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 2:15 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Wiegman emphasizes need for improvement after Spain defeat
Summary

Sarina Wiegman stated that her England team must learn from their 4-0 loss to Spain in Majorca, which jeopardizes their automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup. The Lionesses are hoping Spain drops points against Iceland, while they prepare for an essential match against Ukraine scheduled for 20:00 BST. Wiegman expressed a focus on using setbacks to enhance performance and indicated that changes to the lineup are forthcoming. England players, including Lauren Hemp, also acknowledged the need to regain focus and deliver a better showing against Ukraine.

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By the Numbers
  • •England lost 4-0 to Spain, missing automatic World Cup qualification.
  • •Lionesses face Ukraine on June 8, needing a win.
  • •Spain's game against Iceland could affect England's fate.
  • •Wiegman aims to use setbacks for future improvement.
  • •Lauren Hemp emphasizes the need for better individual performances.
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  • 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Lionesses need setbacks like Spain loss - Wiegman
  • 2:15 PMBBC Sport — Lionesses need setbacks like Spain loss - Wiegman
What they're saying
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Sarina Wiegman says her "hurt" England side need setbacks like their humbling defeat by Spain in order to improve.

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Sarina Wiegman says her "hurt" England side need setbacks like their humbling defeat by Spain in order to improve.

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