Wales reached the next stage of the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup play-offs after beating Albania 3-0 at Parc y Scarlets in Llanelli on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

The victory completed a 4-0 aggregate win for Cymru. Mayzee Davies, Elise Hughes and Hannah Cain scored as Rhian Wilkinson’s team turned a narrow first-leg advantage into a convincing result, according to the Football Association of Wales.

Three goals, total control

Davies opened the scoring in the 34th minute with her first senior international goal. Hughes doubled the lead five minutes after half-time. Cain completed the scoring in the 62nd minute.

Wales finished with 17 shots and 62 per cent possession. Albania managed two attempts, according to Football Web Pages match data.

Wales won the tie 4-0 on aggregate and now face Norway for a place in the next play-off stage.

Record crowd in Llanelli

The match attracted 4,837 spectators, a record for a women’s international at Parc y Scarlets. The figure added a notable crowd milestone to Wales’ progress on the pitch.

The Football Association of Wales also reported that Wales extended their unbeaten run to 10 matches. Norway is next, but a place at the 2027 tournament has not yet been secured.

What comes next

  • Wales won the tie 4-0 on aggregate.
  • Three different players scored in the second leg.
  • Parc y Scarlets recorded its largest crowd for a women’s international.
  • Wales will face Norway in the next stage of the play-offs.

The Albania win gave Wales a strong platform, but Norway presents a tougher test. Wales must win that contest to keep their World Cup route alive.