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The Lionesses return to action three months after their European Championship victory, hosting South American champions Brazil in a friendly at Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium as they begin preparations for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers.
Manchester, October 25, 2025 — England’s women’s football team will play their first match since winning Euro 2025, taking on Brazil in a high-profile friendly at the Etihad Stadium. The match marks the start of the Lionesses’ buildup toward qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Manager Sarina Wiegman’s squad, crowned European champions after defeating Spain in Switzerland, will use the friendly as an opportunity to test new talent and strategies. England last faced Brazil in the Women’s Finalissima at Wembley, where they won on penalties after a 1–1 draw.
Kick-off is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. BST, with live coverage on ITV 1 and ITV X beginning at 4:45 p.m.
Wiegman will be forced to make changes to her lineup, with key players Leah Williamson, Lauren James, and Lauren Hemp all sidelined due to injuries. Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton will also miss the game with an elbow injury.
Uncapped goalkeepers Khiara Keating and Anna Moorhouse are in contention for a debut, while Brighton’s Sophie Baggaley has received her first call-up. Aston Villa’s Lucia Kendall, Arsenal’s Taylor Hinds, and Liverpool’s Grace Fisk may also make their England debuts.
The Lionesses will next face Australia on Tuesday as part of their year-end international fixtures.