England Clash with Wales: Complete Viewing Guide, Match Preview and Starting XI Revealed

Everything hinges on this crucial encounter. Neighboring nations England and Wales are set to clash on Sunday in the decisive Group D match at the Women's Euro 2025. The Lionesses must secure victory to ensure their place in the quarterfinals, though multiple pathways to qualification remain available.

England enters Sunday's showdown with one win and one loss, sitting in second position within Group D following a 2-1 setback against France and a commanding 4-0 triumph over the Netherlands. In contrast, Wales remains winless after suffering a 3-0 defeat to the Netherlands and a heavy 4-1 loss to France.

Nevertheless, Wales has reasons for optimism despite competing in their inaugural major tournament. Historic moments have been achieved, including Jess Fishlock netting Wales' maiden Women's Euro goal against France. At 38 years old, she has also become the tournament's oldest-ever goalscorer.

As the current European titleholders, England enters as overwhelming favorites to handle Wales effectively. Yet football's unpredictable nature means surprises are always possible. Wales would relish nothing more than claiming their first Women's Euro point or victory while simultaneously derailing their eastern neighbors' advancement hopes.

England has dominated recent encounters with Wales, except for a goalless draw in 2018.

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England team news

England manager Sarina Wiegman received praise for her tactical brilliance in substituting Ella Toone with Beth Mead, while also positioning Lauren James on England's right flank during their 4-0 victory against the Netherlands.

The pressing question remains whether Wiegman will maintain the identical starting eleven. Throughout her four-year tenure as England's manager, Wiegman has consistently favored lineup stability during major competitions. After all, coaches rarely alter successful formations.

Another consideration is Toone's disciplinary situation, as she sits one booking away from suspension. This factor might prompt Wiegman to make adjustments while preserving her strongest lineup for a potential quarterfinal clash.

England predicted lineup vs. Wales

England (4-2-3-1): Hannah Hampton; Alex Greenwood, Jess, Carter, Leah Williamson, Lucy Bronze; Keira Walsh, Georgia Stanway; Lauren Hemp, Ella Toone, Lauren James; Alessia Russo

Wales team news

Manager Rhian Wilkinson made a decisive goalkeeper change between Wales' 3-0 loss to the Netherlands and their 4-1 defeat against France.

Olivia Clark started against the Netherlands, while Safia Middleton-Patel was given the opportunity against France. Clark brings greater experience between the posts, though Middleton-Patel provides superior distribution skills if Wales attempts to build from the back.

Wales requires victory to maintain their slim quarterfinal aspirations, meaning Wilkinson must deploy her strongest available lineup. A formation capable of containing England's offensive threats while generating scoring chances of their own.

Wales (4-4-2): Olivia Clark; Lily Woodham, Gemma Evans, Esther Morgan, Josie Green; Ceri Holland, Hayley Ladd, Angharad James-Turner, Hannah Cain; Jess Fishlock, Ffion Morgan