Getty/GOALKnowing that two wins against Ireland and Sweden will secure their chance to defend their European title in Switzerland, Sarina Wiegman’s team is prepared to face these opponents.
Some six weeks after the seasons in most of Europe's top women's leagues finished, England are back in action over the next few days as they try to secure automatic qualification to the 2025 European Championship, at which they will be the defending champions.
The current international break, occurring at an unusual time, brings attention to the problems in the women’s football calendar. However, Sarina Wiegman’s team remains focused on securing victories against Ireland and Sweden. These wins will guarantee their qualification for next year’s tournament in Switzerland, eliminating the need for play-offs in the upcoming months.
Qualification and the calendar are not the only talking points as the Lionesses prepare to return to action either, as GOAL picks out six things to watch ahead of England's games on Friday, at home to Ireland, and on Tuesday, in Gothenburg…
