The Lionesses v China – Women’s Friendly Match
Introduction
Greetings and welcome to the exhibition game between England and the Chinese squad at London’s Wembley. This promises to be an exciting contest with the current Euro titleholders taking on the holders of the Asian Cup title.
The home of English football is packed for the occasion, which will see the celebrated Fran Kirby recognized pre-match after her international retirement before the European Championship this past summer.
Squad announcements will be announced shortly, but there was a late squad update for England. On Friday, Khiara Keating withdrew from the squad with a slight knock, and so ex-first choice Ellie Roebuck has been added to the squad.
With Hannah Hampton out of action, it will be interesting to see who head coach Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. Those details along with further updates are on the way before the opening whistle at 5.30pm GMT.
Lineup Announcements
The lineups have been announced. Anna Moorhouse is the starting keeper for England in the absence of Hannah Hampton and Khiara Keating.
The Lionesses: Moorhouse, Bronze, Charles, Walsh, Le Tissier, Morgan, Mead, Stanway, Russo, Toone, Hemp.
Substitutes: 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 captaining the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still unfit. She shared these thoughts before this match:
Walsh takes lead role as England face new test in clash of continental champions.
Maunch Appearance
Tonight’s game will be Anna Moorhouse’s debut for England. She featured in the European Championship squad who claimed victory this past summer, but she remained on the bench with Hannah Hampton in the starting goalkeeper role.
Earlier Fixture Update
The initial encounter of the final of the Women’s Nations League was held yesterday; get the details on all of the highlights:
Women’s Nations League: Cata Coll of Spain thwarts Germany, ensuring final remains undecided.
Real-Time Coverage
Live feed from the game will proceed with major incidents and current information as the action unfolds.
