England given safety reassurances for Turkey qualifier

Sarina Wiegman said the England squad has received reassurances from Turkish authorities that there are no safety concerns for the match scheduled for 17:00 GMT on Tuesday. The Lionesses are in close contact with local officials and will monitor the situation closely.

The game is being played in Turkey because Ukraine cannot host it at home due to the ongoing war with Russia. Wiegman expressed sadness at the circumstances and hopes the match will bring a moment of unity amid the broader regional unrest.