England Faces Spain in Women’s World Cup Qualifying; UK Nations Discover Rivals
England’s national women’s football team has been drawn into Group A3 for the qualifying rounds of the 2027 Women’s World Cup. In a highly anticipated matchup, they will face Spain, a team that previously defeated England in the 2023 World Cup final. However, England turned the tables in July 2025 by defeating Spain in the Euro final, thus securing their European title.
Group Placements for UK Nations
The qualifying groups feature several other UK nations:
- Scotland: Paired with Belgium, Israel, and Luxembourg in Group B4.
- Wales: Set to compete against the Czech Republic, Albania, and Montenegro in Group B1.
- Northern Ireland: Located in Group B2 alongside Switzerland, Turkey, and Malta.
- Republic of Ireland: In Group A2 with the Netherlands, France, and Poland.
Qualifying Format for the 2027 Women’s World Cup
The qualifying rounds for the Women’s World Cup will follow a format similar to the Nations League and will be divided into three tiers. The tournament will be hosted in Brazil, where a total of 32 teams will compete.
Key Details of the Qualifying Matches
- Four group winners from League A will automatically qualify for the World Cup finals.
- Remaining teams will need to enter play-offs for an additional eight spots.
- Qualifying matches will be held across six matchdays in 2026, starting from March 3 and concluding on June 9.
- UEFA has been allocated 11 spots for the tournament, with a chance for an extra team to qualify through FIFA’s intercontinental play-offs.
This competition promises to showcase the growing talent and rivalry in women’s football, setting the stage for an exciting event in Brazil.
