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12 hours agoSuccess over Spain - but how can England get best out of classy James?
Lauren James is a key player for England, showcasing her talent and potential impact in crucial matches.
Fikayo Tomori got his first start for England in over two years on Friday night and didn't see a goal go in during the 1-1 draw with Uruguay, impressing as a right-sided centre-back in a back four.
England have been drawn in a qualifying group alongside 2023 winners Spain - who beat the Lionesses in the final - as well as Ukraine and Iceland. Wiegman will name her squad for the first time in 2026 on Tuesday at 11:00 - who might feature and what are the key decisions for the Dutchwoman? England have not had a competitive fixture since winning Euro 2025 as they beat China 8-0 and Ghana 2-0 in friendly matches at the end of last year.
The Football Association is experiencing difficulties in securing suitable opposition for England's World Cup warm-up games owing to their late start to the expanded 48-team tournament. England open against Croatia on the last day of the first round of games on 17 June, six days after the first match between Mexico and South Africa, and Thomas Tuchel wants final preparation games as close to his team's tournament kick-off as possible.