Watch UEFA Women’s World Cup 2027 Qualifiers Live: England vs Spain, Sweden vs Denmark & Netherlands vs France
The third matchday of the UEFA qualification cycle for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup brings a series of decisive encounters that could determine the composition of the final tournament in Brazil.
All six fixtures are scheduled for the weekend of 12‑13 April 2026, and each game will be streamed live on Veezstream.
In Group A3, England host Spain at Wembley, a meeting that has become a benchmark for the development of the women’s game in both nations.
England enter the match unbeaten, having secured victories over Austria and Portugal, while Spain also hold a perfect record after defeating Israel and Albania.
Historical data shows England have never lost to Spain on English soil in the last five meetings, a trend that adds psychological weight to the encounter.
The tactical battle is expected to center on England’s high‑pressing 4‑3‑3 system versus Spain’s possession‑based 4‑2‑3‑1, with both coaches emphasizing quick transitions.
Key players to watch include England’s forward Ellen White, who leads the group with four goals, and Spain’s midfield maestro Alexia Putellas, who dictates tempo and creates scoring opportunities.
In Group A1, Sweden travel to Gothenburg to face Denmark in a classic Nordic derby that could decide the group leader.
Both sides sit level on four points after two matches, each having recorded a win and a draw.
Sweden’s lineup will be missing captain Kosovare Asllani, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury, forcing a reshuffle of the attacking midfield.
Denmark will likely rely on the pace of striker Pernille Harder, whose movement off the ball has been a critical factor in Denmark’s recent successes.
Sweden’s tactical approach traditionally involves a solid back four complemented by wing‑backs who provide width, while Denmark prefers a compact 4‑5‑1 that transitions quickly to attack.
Group A2 features the Netherlands hosting France at the Rat Verlegh Stadion, a fixture that pits two of Europe’s most technically gifted sides against each other.
France continue their flawless start with three points, having beaten Croatia, Norway, and Belgium in the opening round.
The Dutch side, meanwhile, have collected two points after a draw with Belgium and a narrow win over Croatia.
Lineth Beerensteyn, who has contributed two goals and an assist in the qualifiers, will be the focal point of the Dutch attack.
France’s strategy under coach Corinne Diacre emphasizes fluid attacking triangles, with Marie-Antoinette Katoto expected to lead the line.
In Group A4, Germany dominate the early standings, boasting nine points and a +9 goal‑difference after two convincing victories.
Austria, yet to register a point or a goal, travel to Berlin with the objective of breaking Germany’s unbeaten run in seven previous attempts.
Germany’s 4‑2‑3‑1 formation provides defensive stability while allowing midfielders to support rapid forward movements, a system that has produced a high scoring rate.
Austrian striker Laura Feiersinger, who has struggled to find the net in the qualifiers, will need to capitalize on any defensive lapses from the German side.
Below is a summary of the current group standings after Matchday 2:
| Group | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| A3 | England | 6 |
| A3 | Spain | 6 |
| A1 | Sweden | 4 |
| A1 | Denmark | 4 |
| A2 | France | 6 |
| A2 | Netherlands | 2 |
| A4 | Germany | 9 |
| A4 | Austria | 0 |
Each match will kick off at 18:00 CET on 12 April, with the England‑Spain clash opening the slate of games.
Broadcast in Veezstream will be on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom, TF1 and MyCanal in France, and ARD/DAZN in Germany.
In Scandinavia, the matches will be available on Veezstream on channel Viaplay, while the Dutch audience can watch via Veezstream on channel NOS.
For viewers in North America, the fixtures will be streamed live on Veezstream on channel ESPN+.
Australia and New Zealand fans can follow the action through the Optus Sport platform on Veezstream
All matches will also feature live commentary in multiple languages on the Veezstream website, ensuring accessibility for a global audience.
From a tactical perspective, the third matchday will test each team’s depth as coaches rotate squads to manage player fatigue and injuries.
England’s manager Sarina Wiegman is expected to give minutes to young forward Lauren James, who has impressed in domestic competition.
Spain’s Luis Enrique will likely retain his starting eleven, seeking continuity after a strong start to the qualifiers.
Sweden’s coach Peter Gerhardsson must decide whether to replace the injured Asllani with midfielder Frida Maanum, a player known for her box‑to‑box work rate.
Denmark’s Janneke van de Donk, a versatile midfielder, may be deployed in a more advanced role to exploit gaps left by Sweden’s reshuffled midfield.
France’s Diacre may introduce a second striker to increase pressure on the Dutch defense, a tactic that proved effective in the group’s opening games.
The Netherlands, under coach Andries Jonker, could adopt a more defensive block, allowing counter‑attacks through Beerensteyn’s pace.
Germany’s coach Martina Voss‑Tecklenburg is likely to maintain her aggressive pressing style, a factor that contributed to a 4‑0 win over Belgium.
Austrian coach Irene Fuhrmann will have to motivate her side to break the psychological barrier of never having beaten Germany in a competitive match.
Beyond the immediate results, the outcomes will influence seedings for the final tournament draw, with group winners receiving a higher seeding.
Teams that secure qualification early can focus on preparation for the World Cup, while those still in contention may face a congested schedule in the remaining qualification rounds.
All matches can be watch on Veezstream Football, where detailed statistics, player heat maps, and post‑match analysis will be made available.
Fans seeking live updates can follow the Veezstream Official Bluesky account
