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England reassured of safety for Turkey qualifier

March 2, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

England's women's team manager Sarina Wiegman said the squad has received reassurances that there are no safety concerns for their World Cup qualifier against Ukraine in Antalya, Turkey. The match will take place at 17:00 GMT on Tuesday, with Ukraine unable to host at home due to the war with Russia.

Sarina Wiegman confirmed that the England squad has been given reassurances from Turkish authorities that the Women's World Cup qualifier against Ukraine will be safe. The match is scheduled for 17:00 GMT on Tuesday in Antalya, with the Lionesses travelling to Turkey for a training camp last week.

Ukraine cannot host the game at home because of the ongoing war with Russia, and the match in Turkey comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East after recent US‑Iran strikes. Wiegman expressed sadness that Ukraine must play abroad and hopes the game will bring unity and joy.

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