The holders, Sweden and France, which are rated third and fifth in the world respectively, and the Republic of Ireland, which is placed twenty-fourth, have been drawn into Group A3.
The top two finishers in the group will go directly to the July 2025 finals in Switzerland.
To qualify for the tournament, the worst two countries will have to go through two play-off rounds.
This year, England’s qualifications are scheduled for April and July. The possible play-off matches are scheduled for October 23–29 and November 27–December 3.
Wiegman remarked, “It’s a tough draw but it’s a really exciting draw.” “Ireland, Sweden, and France in our group will make it very competitive.
