Sarina Wiegman called on her players to 'stick together' following a painful 4-0 defeat to Spain in Mallorca, marking England's heaviest loss in 17 years. This result significantly complicates their chances for automatic qualification to the 2027 World Cup, as they now sit second in Group A3 with only one game remaining.

The match saw goals from Pati Guijarro, Claudia Pina, and two from Alexia Putellas, showcasing Spain's dominance. Wiegman expressed her disappointment, stating, "Of course it hurts. I hoped for a totally different game. I expected a tight, competitive match, but there was a difference tonight."

Despite attempting to press high, England struggled to maintain possession and failed to execute their game plan effectively. Wiegman reflected, "We were really struggling to keep compact without the ball, even in our own half."

Looking ahead, Wiegman emphasized the need for a strong response from her team in their upcoming match against Ukraine at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Tuesday night. She stated, "I want a reaction, that we're a team, a strong team and play a strong team on Tuesday and stick together."

Georgia Stanway, England midfielder, echoed Wiegman's sentiments, acknowledging the team's shortcomings:

The better team won. We lacked quality and were a little bit late in all areas.

As the Lionesses prepare for their crucial qualifier against Ukraine, their focus shifts to securing a win and maintaining hope for World Cup qualification.