England defeated Iceland 2-0 on Saturday to continue their winning start to the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 qualifying campaign. Lucy Bronze marked her 145th senior appearance by heading in the opening goal after 22 minutes at the City Ground. The Chelsea defender connected with a cross from club teammate Lauren James to put the hosts ahead, per the Football Association.
Bronze moved into third place on the all-time appearance list for the England women's team, surpassing Karen Carney. Georgia Stanway secured the three points 12 minutes from time with a volley into the bottom corner. The Bayern Munich midfielder benefited from a delivery provided by Bronze to score her 31st international goal.
According to the Guardian, England dominated possession with 71 percent and recorded 31 shots compared to one from Iceland. Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton preserved the clean sheet with a second-half save from a Sandra Jessen header. The result leaves Sarina Wiegman's side with six points from two matches before they face Spain in April.
