England Defender Lotte Wubben-Moy Discusses Selection for World Cup Qualifiers

Lotte Wubben-Moy, a 27-year-old defender for Arsenal, has been involved in England's preparations for the Women's World Cup qualifiers. She was included in the squad that won the European Championship in summer 2022 but did not appear in any matches. Since then, she has secured three caps in games against China, Ghana, and Ukraine.

England's upcoming qualifiers are against Spain on October 17, 2023, at Wembley Stadium, and Iceland on October 31, 2023, in Reykjavik. The match against Iceland will be the Lionesses' 500th international game. These fixtures follow England's two wins in their initial qualifiers.

a press conference at St George's Park, Wubben-Moy described the significance of playing for England.

“When you put an England shirt on, you're part of a legacy that speaks beyond what you'd on a football pitch in 90 minutes. We are coming up to celebrating the 500th game for the Lionesses so to be able to stand on the shoulders of giants, I feel fortunate and privileged. More so to be able to contribute to the growth of the game and evolution of England Women's football. That within itself to embody a noun like the Lionesses you are part of a pack, you are able to be yourself in. It's a weight we feel with great privilege.”

Wubben-Moy made her England debut in February 2021 as a substitute in a 6-0 victory over Northern Ireland. She has since accumulated 13 caps. She noted that her career path has included injuries and setbacks.

addressed the upcoming game against Spain, which is England's first encounter with them since the Euro 2022 final in Switzerland, where England won on penalties. She stated that the fixture involves competition and talent, with respect and enjoyment from the team.

England aims to maintain their unbeaten record in the qualifiers. The qualifiers are part of the process to reach the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, though England has already qualified as hosts. These matches provide opportunities for players like Wubben-Moy to gain experience and potentially secure starting positions.

The outcomes could influence team dynamics and preparations for future tournaments.