The UEFA road to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup delivered a major swing on Matchday 5, with Spain’s 4-0 win over England standing out as the round’s defining result. With one group stage slate left before the play-off field is finalized, the race remains tight, and several top teams still have work to do.
Key Results That Shaped the Night
Spain produced the loudest statement, while other leading nations also handled business. Germany beat Norway 2-0, France defeated Poland 2-0, and Italy responded with a 3-0 victory over Serbia. The biggest upset came from the Republic of Ireland, which shocked the Netherlands 3-2.
- Spain 4-0 England
- Germany 2-0 Norway
- France 2-0 Poland
- Italy 3-0 Serbia
- Republic of Ireland 3-2 Netherlands
- Switzerland 6-1 Malta
- Portugal 5-0 Latvia
- Scotland 6-0 Israel
- Belgium 6-0 Luxembourg
There were also one-sided wins for Switzerland, Portugal, Scotland, and Belgium, all of which boosted goal differences and sharpened the pressure heading into the final matchday.
What Matchday 6 Must Decide
The last round of group play arrives on Tuesday, June 9, and it carries real weight across the standings. Some groups are still unsettled at the top, while others are being fought over for better play-off positioning.
- England meet Ukraine while Spain travel to Iceland in Group A3.
- France host the Republic of Ireland in Group A2 after Ireland’s upset win.
- Germany visit Slovenia and Norway host Austria in Group A4.
- Switzerland, Portugal, Scotland, and Belgium all have chances to confirm strong finishes in League B.
The most watched fixtures are likely to be England v Ukraine and Iceland v Spain, since Spain’s heavy win has kept Group A3 alive going into the closing round. France against the Republic of Ireland is another high-pressure meeting after Ireland’s breakthrough result against the Netherlands.
Full Matchday 6 Schedule
Kickoff times are listed in CET.
League A
- Sweden v Italy, 19:00; Serbia v Denmark, 19:00
- France v Republic of Ireland, 21:00; Netherlands v Poland, 21:00
- England v Ukraine, 21:00; Iceland v Spain, 21:00
- Norway v Austria, 18:00; Slovenia v Germany, 18:00
League B
- Wales v Czechia, 19:00; Albania v Montenegro, 19:00
- Northern Ireland v Switzerland, 19:00; Malta v Türkiye, 19:00
- Finland v Portugal, 19:00; Latvia v Slovakia, 19:00
- Luxembourg v Belgium, 19:00; Israel v Scotland, 19:00
League C
- Estonia v Bosnia and Herzegovina, 19:00; Lithuania v Liechtenstein, 19:00
- Croatia v Bulgaria, 19:00; Gibraltar v Kosovo, 19:00
- Hungary v Andorra, 19:00; North Macedonia v Azerbaijan, 19:00
- Georgia v Greece, 19:00
- Cyprus v Moldova, 19:00
- Belarus v Armenia, 19:00
After Group Play Ends
Once the final group matches are complete, attention shifts to the play-offs. The draw is set for June 18, and the knockout route to Brazil will continue through several stages later in the year.
- Play-off Round 1: October 7 to 13, 2026
- Play-off Round 2: November 25 to December 5, 2026
- Inter-confederation play-offs: February 2027
The 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup will be held in Brazil from June 24 to July 25, 2027, giving these qualifiers even greater weight as Europe battles for places in the first South American edition of the tournament.
Bottom Line
Matchday 5 brought a clear reminder that the qualifying race can change fast. Spain’s rout of England, Ireland’s upset of the Netherlands, and the many lopsided wins across the leagues have left little room for error, and Matchday 6 should settle the remaining questions.
