Overview
- England lead their group after four wins from four, holding a three-point cushion over Spain with two qualifiers to play.
- Two 1-0 results over Spain at Wembley and then Iceland hinged on clutch goalkeeping, including a stoppage-time save that protected the Spain win.
- Sarina Wiegman handed Keira Walsh the captain’s armband in Leah Williamson’s absence, reinforcing Walsh’s status as the midfield fulcrum.
- Lucia Kendall started against Spain and earned public praise from Wiegman, and Lotte Wubben-Moy’s standout display at center back strengthened her case for a bigger role.
- Leah Williamson returned with a 45-minute run-out against Iceland, boosting defensive depth before June’s away rematch in Spain that could decide automatic qualification.