England can book their place at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup with a result against world number one Spain, while Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland all remain in contention to reach Brazil.
England One Result Away From Brazil 2027
The Lionesses have the chance to secure their place at the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 when they take on Spain on Friday evening.
Sarina Wiegman's side travel to face the reigning world champions knowing that a win or draw will guarantee qualification for the tournament in Brazil with one group game still to play.
England have put themselves in a strong position throughout the qualifying campaign and head into the clash with Spain looking to finish the job against one of the toughest opponents in world football.
Why The 2027 Women's World Cup Matters
The 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup will be held in Brazil from 24 June to 25 July 2027, marking the first time the competition has been staged in South America.
Thirty-two nations will compete for the biggest prize in women's football, with Brazil becoming the latest country to host a tournament that continues to grow in popularity and global reach.
For England, qualification would represent another major milestone as they look to build on recent successes under Wiegman, including winning UEFA Women's EURO 2022 and reaching the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup Final.
How The Home Nations Qualification Race Looks
While England could secure qualification this week, the race to reach Brazil remains open across the Home Nations.
Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland are all still competing for places at the tournament, with qualification set to be decided over the coming months.
That means supporters across the British Isles will continue to have plenty to follow as the road to Brazil unfolds.
What England need against Spain
The equation for England is simple. Avoid defeat against Spain and qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup is secured.
Spain currently sit at the top of the FIFA Women's World Ranking and lifted the World Cup trophy in 2023, making Friday's fixture one of the biggest tests available in international football.
However, England have already shown they can compete with and beat Spain, having recorded a 1-0 victory in the reverse fixture earlier in the campaign.
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What Happens If England Qualify?
Should England secure a win or draw, the Lionesses will book their place at Brazil 2027 before their final qualifier.
If they fall short against Spain, qualification will remain in their own hands heading into their final group game against Ukraine.
England host Ukraine at Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool on Tuesday 9 June, where the Lionesses would have another opportunity to seal their place at the World Cup.
Either way, the road to Brazil is nearing its conclusion, and England know a positive result against the world champions could make Friday night a memorable one.
