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• Advantage Scotland as they await Cuthbert injury news

  Cuthbert Injury Silence Bozsik Arena

  The Bozsik Arena in Hungary fell eerily silent, the lack of fans amplifying the hush as Erin Cuthbert collapsed, clutching her right leg. A mere handful of friends and family, privy to Scotland’s ‘home’ World Cup qualifier against Israel at Honved’s 8,000-capacity stadium, watched in stunned silence.

  
  

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• How England Can Still Qualify for the Women’s World Cup

  England’s automatic Women’s World Cup qualification hopes have taken a hit after a 4-0 loss to Spain. The Lionesses now face a play-off route if they don’t top their group. This involves two rounds of knockout ties. Other home nations like Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are already in the play-off system. The Republic of Ireland, however, could secure automatic qualification by beating France.

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• Wilkinson spends night in airport but says Wales will be ready

  Wales head coach Rhian Wilkinson declares travel chaos won’t impact their Women’s World Cup qualifier in Montenegro. The squad faced a nightmare journey, arriving less than 23 hours before kick-off after electrical storms caused a diversion. Wilkinson and her staff even spent a night in an airport. Despite the ordeal, she confidently states: “There’s no excuses. We’ll be ready for the game.”

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• Heartbreak for Robert Lewandowski as World Cup 2026 hopes ended by Sweden

  Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski will miss the 2026 World Cup following Poland’s heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to Sweden in Tuesday night’s high-stakes European playoff final.

  ​Robert Lewandowski’s aspirations for a final World Cup appearance ended in heartbreak as Poland suffered a 3-2 defeat against Sweden.

  Despite equalizing twice through Nicola Zalewski and Karol Swiderski, Poland was undone by a late winner from Sweden’s Viktor Gyökeres.

  While the result marks a devastating exit for the veteran striker, it secures tournament progression for his Barcelona teammate Roony Bardghji and the Swedish side.

  ​The disappointment comes at a pivotal moment for Lewandowski, whose future at Barcelona remains uncertain with his contract set to expire this summer.

  Sweden now moves forward to join Tunisia, the Netherlands, and Japan in the tournament’s group phase.

  For the 37-year-old Pole, the loss likely signals the end of his international tournament career as he weighs his next professional move beyond the Catalan club.

• 2026-27 Nations League draw revealed as England, Wales discover daunting League A opponents

  England have been placed in a challenging 2026-27 Nations League group alongside Spain, Croatia, and Czechia, marking Thomas Tuchel’s first major tournament cycle since extending his contract.

  ​England’s return to the top tier of the Nations League will feature a high-stakes reunion with Spain, the team that denied them glory in the Euro 2024 final.

  Following their promotion under Lee Carsley, the Three Lions were placed in League A Group 3, where they will also contend with recurring rivals Croatia and a resilient Czechia side.

  This daunting draw coincides with the confirmation that Thomas Tuchel has extended his managerial deal until 2028, ensuring he will lead the squad through this competitive cycle following the 2026 World Cup.

  ​The tournament structure also presents a difficult task for Wales, who must navigate a group containing title-holders Portugal, Norway, and Denmark.

  Meanwhile, Scotland will face Switzerland and Slovenia in League B, while Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland prepare for tests against Hungary and Austria respectively.

  Fixtures are scheduled to commence in late September 2026, utilizing a revised international window format.

  Regarding the challenging path ahead, FA sources indicated that the schedule provides “belated revenge” opportunities as England seeks to re-establish dominance among Europe’s elite.