# Russo’s return to form vital for Lionesses

> England’s Lionesses edge Greece in World Cup playoff but struggle against low blocks.
- Title: Russo’s return to form vital for Lionesses · the Guardian
- Summary: England’s Lionesses edge Greece in World Cup playoff but struggle against low blocks. England’s Lionesses secured a 3-1 win over Greece in World Cup playoff…
- Keywords: alessia russo, england women, lionesses, world cup 2027, greece women, sarina wiegman, maya le tissier, lions, sports, Russo, return, form
- Source: the Guardian — https://theguardian.com/football/2026/oct/09/lionesses-alessia-russo-england-greece-womens-world-cup-qualification-playoff
- Published: 2026-10-09T20:05:40+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: alessia russo, england women, lionesses, world cup 2027, greece women, sarina wiegman, maya le tissier, lions, sports
## England edges Greece in World Cup playoff
England secured a 3-1 victory over Greece in their World Cup playoff match.
## Russo scores after 39 minutes
Alessia Russo found the net after 39 minutes with a quick pass from Laura Blindkilde Brown.
## Lionesses struggle against low blocks
England’s Lionesses faced challenges against low blocks despite their dominance in possession.
## Russo’s return to form critical
Russo’s third goal in three games for club and country is vital for England’s World Cup ambitions.
## Maya Le Tissier scores second goal
Maya Le Tissier scored England’s second goal in the 63rd minute after breaking free of defenders.
## Russo’s confidence in form
Russo emphasized her focus on enjoying football and not overthinking her performance.
## Lionesses face World Cup transition
England’s Lionesses remain in transition under Sarina Wiegman ahead of the World Cup.
## Key takeaway

England’s Lionesses secured a 3-1 win over Greece in World Cup playoff but remain vulnerable to low blocks despite Russo’s return to form.