England Women
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www.newsnow.co.ukHere are the latest updates on England's women's national football team (the Lionesses) as of mid-May 2026:
- Recent results and standings
- England remained highly competitive in World Cup qualifiers, with notable wins over Spain and solid performances against other top teams. This helped them stay atop their qualifying group standings.[3][6]
- Key player news
- The squad has continued to contend with injuries and call-ups, with several players withdrawing or being rested due to illness or fitness concerns ahead of fixtures. This has led to short-term adjustments in selection and squad depth.[7][3]
- Management and staff
- Sarina Wiegman continues to lead the Lionesses, building on their Euro 2022 and Euro 2025 successes and focusing on preparation for upcoming major tournaments.[1][6]
- Upcoming fixtures
- England’s schedule includes World Cup qualifiers and friendly matches against top nations, with Wembley and other venues hosting several fixtures.[8][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent match results, goal scorers, and upcoming opponents in a concise table, or provide a brief match-by-match rundown of their latest campaign. I can also tailor updates to a specific competition (e.g., World Cup qualifiers, friendlies, or the UEFA Women's Championship) or focus on player performances.