England Women head for Blackpool's Bloomfield Road for their first competitive match since the Euro 2009 final in Helskinki earlier this month.

The match, against Malta, will take place on Sunday October 25, kick-off at 5.30pm.

Ian Holloway, the Blackpool FC manager, hailed the decision to head to the Lancashire coastal town.

"The FA have recognised the fantastic work we have done on our pitch and stadium, it is fantastic news for the club and town," he said.

"The standard is high and I am sure our supporters will turn out in force to watch."

Karl Oyston, Blackpool's chairman, described hosting the match as prestigious for the Seasiders.

"I hope it is a full house and everyone who comes to the game will enjoy our facilities," he said.

"It is a real honour for the club to be staging a full England game."