Wales Women U19 1–5 Denmark Women U19
International Friendly | 7 June 2026, 01:30

Match Overview

Denmark Women U19 produced a stunning attacking display to thrash Wales Women U19 5–1 in an international friendly. The visitors were dominant from start to finish, showcasing their depth of talent in a fixture designed to prepare both sides for upcoming European qualifiers.

Goal Rush

• 8' – Denmark’s Maja Sørensen opens the scoring with a curled effort from the edge of the box.
• 21' – Winger Signe Kristensen doubles the lead after a fine solo run.
• 34' – Centre‑forward Emma Nielsen heads home from a corner to make it 3–0.
• 45' – Wales pull one back through a penalty converted by Ffion Williams just before the break.
• 57' – Denmark restore the three‑goal advantage as Nielsen scores her second of the night.
• 74' – Substitute Ida Møller completes the rout with a clinical finish after a breakaway.

Denmark’s Dominance

Denmark Women U19 controlled possession (65%) and created numerous chances through quick passing and intelligent movement. Their high press forced Wales into errors deep inside their own half. The midfield trio of Josephine Andersen, Line Pedersen and Nanna Bruun dictated the tempo, giving Wales little time on the ball.

Wales’ Bright Spots

Despite the heavy defeat, Wales showed character to score before half‑time and created several second‑half opportunities. Goalkeeper Megan Roberts made a string of fine saves to prevent the scoreline from becoming even larger. The experience against a top‑quality opponent will be valuable for Wales as they continue their development.

The friendly provides Denmark with a perfect confidence boost ahead of the U19 European Championship qualifying rounds, while Wales will analyse defensive frailties ahead of their own competitive programme.