The Wales women’s football team is set to take on Australia in a highly anticipated friendly match on Saturday, 25 October at the Cardiff City Stadium. This game marks their first outing since their historic debut at the Euro 2025 tournament, where they faced tough competition against Netherlands, France, and England.

Preparing for the 2027 World Cup

This friendly is a crucial step in Wales' preparation for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers, which are scheduled to run from February to December 2026. Despite a challenging Euro 2025 campaign, where they lost all three group matches, the team made history with Jess Fishlock scoring Wales' first-ever goal at a major tournament during the match against France.

A Statement from the Coach

Rhian Wilkinson, the head coach of the Wales women’s team, expressed her excitement about the upcoming match:

"Making history by reaching a major tournament for the first time has been an incredible experience, and the match against Australia will be the perfect way to celebrate our history-making players, but also to look ahead to the future."

She added that Australia, ranked 15th in the world and featuring stars like Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord, will provide a formidable challenge and an excellent opportunity for Wales to test their mettle against top-tier opposition.

The Future of Welsh Football

One of the key talking points surrounding the team is the future of Jess Fishlock, the 38-year-old talismanic midfielder. After Wales' exit from Euro 2025, Fishlock hinted at taking time to reflect on her career, stating,

"I need to take a little seat and have a little think, but no decisions have been made."

How to Watch

The match will be broadcast live on BBC One Wales, BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website and app, BBC Radio Wales, and BBC Radio Cymru, ensuring fans can tune in from anywhere.

Looking Ahead

The draw for the European qualifying tournament for the 2027 World Cup in Mexico is set to take place on 4 November 2025, adding another layer of anticipation for the Welsh team and their supporters.