England have struggled for consistency in recent times, but they would have taken significant confidence from their commanding win over the Netherlands, and they will continue to build momentum by claiming a comfortable victory over Wales, which would enable them to continue the defence of their European Championship crown
England Women will lock horns with Wales Women on the final matchday of the Women's European Championship group stage.
The Lionesses enter Sunday's fixture with a strong chance of reaching the knockout rounds, while the Dragons require a miracle to progress to the quarter-finals.
Head-to-head:
- England have won 3 of the 4 Euro meetings between the two teams.
- Wales have never defeated England at the Euros.
- The other clash ended in a draw.
- England scored 9 goals in those games.
- Wales have never scored against England at the Euros.
Form:
- England in the Women’s Euros: L-W
- England in all competitions: W-L-W-L-W
- Wales in the Women’s Euros: L-L
- Wales in all competitions: D-L-L-L-L
Team News:
- Toone should retain her place in the starting lineup, with Wiegman likely to name an unchanged lineup for the final group. Jess Carter will continue in central defence after she swapped positions with Alex Greenwood, who moved over to play at left-back for the win over the Netherlands. After seeing goals disallowed in the opening two group matches, Russo will be hoping to open her account for the tournament when she leads the line against Wales.
- Wales will have to assess the fitness of Hayley Ladd, who was an unused substitute for the recent defeat to France. Olivia Clark, Hannah Cain, and Rhiannon Roberts are all pushing for recalls after dropping down to the bench on Wednesday. Fishlock will continue to offer one of Wales’ main goal threats after becoming the oldest goalscorer in Women’s European Championship history.