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England Given Safety Assurances for Ukraine Qualifier in Turkey, Wiegman Says

Officials say they are maintaining constant contact with security partners for Tuesday's Antalya match.

Overview

  • England will face Ukraine in Antalya on Tuesday at a neutral venue because Ukraine cannot host due to the war with Russia.
  • Sarina Wiegman says authorities have reassured the squad over safety and that the team would leave if government guidance changes.
  • The FA’s security staff are in ongoing dialogue with UK government representatives and local authorities in Turkey.
  • Recent hostilities involving the United States, Iran and Israel have raised regional concerns near Turkey, and some fans and media have withdrawn, leaving attendance unclear.
  • Georgia Stanway confirmed she will leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season and said she is very close to announcing her next club.