European Football · Thursday, October 15, 2026
Dominant England but women's playoffs lack balance
England crushes Greece 8-1 in World Cup 2026 qualifying playoff, but stark level gaps in Europe raise questions.
By Editorial team
England dominated Greece in the women's qualifying playoffs for the 2026 World Cup, winning 8-1 over two matches. The British side, led by Lexi Potter and Lauren James, found their rhythm. However, other European playoffs revealed striking disparities: Sweden crushed Lithuania 15-0, the Netherlands dominated Hungary 11-0. These massive scorelines question the format of the qualifying rounds.