England's Lionesses eased to a comfortable first-leg win away to Greece in their World Cup play-off, giving themselves a strong advantage ahead of the second leg.
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Key facts
- England won the first leg of their World Cup play-off tie away to Greece.
- The result was reported as a comfortable victory for the Lionesses.
- The fixture was covered live by Sky Sports on 9 October 2026.
England’s women moved a step closer to World Cup qualification after securing a comfortable first-leg win away to Greece in their play-off tie, according to Sky Sports.
The Lionesses controlled the fixture to establish an advantage ahead of the return leg, with Sky Sports describing the away result as comfortable for England.
The match formed part of England’s World Cup play-off campaign, with the first leg played in Greece before the sides meet again in the second leg.
Sky Sports provided live coverage of the fixture on 9 October 2026, following the action as England took command of the tie.
With a first-leg lead established, England will aim to complete the job in the second leg to progress in their bid to reach the World Cup.
Why it matters
Qualification play-offs are decisive moments in a team's bid to reach a World Cup, and a strong first-leg result significantly improves England's chances of progressing. For fans, the outcome keeps the Lionesses on track in their qualification campaign.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the first leg of the play-off?
England's Lionesses won the first leg away to Greece, in what Sky Sports described as a comfortable victory.
When was the match played?
The fixture was covered live by Sky Sports on 9 October 2026.
What happens next in the tie?
The two sides will meet again in the second leg, with England holding a first-leg advantage as they aim to progress.
Timeline
- Lionesses secure comfortable WC play-off first-leg win over Greece LIVE!
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