The Lionesses face China – Women's Exhibition Fixture
Preamble
Greetings and welcome to the exhibition fixture between the English side and China at London’s Wembley. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the current Euro titleholders competing against the holders of the Asian Cup title.
England’s national stadium is sold-out for the event, which will see the celebrated Fran Kirby recognized pre-match after her retirement from the national team before the Euros this past summer.
Lineup details will be announced shortly, but there was a last minute squad update for England. On Friday, Khiara Keating withdrew from the squad with a slight knock, and so previous starter Ellie Roebuck has been added to the squad.
With Hannah Hampton unavailable, it will be interesting to see who England manager Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. This information and additional developments are on the way before kick-off at 5:30 in the evening GMT.
Squad Updates
Squad details are now available. Anna Moorhouse starts in goal for England in the unavailability of Hannah Hampton and Khiara Keating.
England: Moorhouse, Bronze, Charles, Walsh, Le Tissier, Morgan, Mead, Stanway, Russo, Toone, Hemp.
Bench: Hings, Baggaley, Kendall, Wubben-Moy, Beever-Jones, Kelly, Kearns, Park, Blindkilde Brown, Roebuck, Clinton, Denton, Fisk, Godfrey.
I am searching for China’s team news now; as soon as I have it, I will provide the update.
Skipper News
Keira Walsh is serving as captain for the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still sidelined. These were her comments before this match:
Walsh steps up as England meet fresh challenge in battle of continental titleholders.
Maunch Appearance
This evening’s match will be Anna Moorhouse’s first appearance for England. She featured in the Euro-winning side who won this past summer, but she did not feature with Hannah Hampton in the first-choice keeper position.
Recent Action
The initial encounter of the Women’s Nations League title decider occurred yesterday; catch up with all of the events:
Women’s Nations League: Cata Coll of Spain thwarts Germany, ensuring final remains undecided.
Real-Time Coverage
Live updates from the match will be provided with key events and timely updates as the action unfolds.
