Women’s Internationals: Discover the Latest Call-Ups
The upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers for women’s national teams are set to kick off as European nations prepare for the 2027 tournament in Brazil. This international break marks the beginning of a competitive journey for teams aiming to secure their spots in the prestigious event.
Key Players and Fixtures
England is gearing up with key players like Maya Le Tissier and Jess Park in their squad. The Lionesses, who are the reigning European champions, will start their campaign with an away game against Ukraine, followed by a home match against Iceland in Nottingham scheduled for early March.
France will also be in action, taking on the Republic of Ireland away and hosting Poland at home. Their squad features Manchester United’s Melvine Malard, aiming for strong performances in both matches.
Other National Teams in Action
- Netherlands: Dominique Janssen is selected to participate in two matches against Poland and the Republic of Ireland.
- Germany: Lea Schuller will lead the team in contests against Slovenia and Norway.
- Sweden: Fridolina Rolfo has returned after an injury and will join teammates Hanna Lundkvist and Julia Zigiotti for matches against Italy and Serbia.
- Wales: Mared Griffiths and Safia Middleton-Patel will represent the squad, facing the Czech Republic and Montenegro.
This international break is crucial for teams as they begin their quest to qualify for the Women’s World Cup, a competition that showcases the best female football talent globally. The upcoming fixtures will be pivotal for these national teams as they seek to build momentum for the months ahead.
