The Lionesses take on China – Women’s Friendly International
Introduction
Hello and welcome to the exhibition game between England and the Chinese squad at Wembley Stadium. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the current Euro titleholders competing against the reigning Asia Cup winners.
The iconic Wembley is fully booked for the occasion, which will see the celebrated Fran Kirby honored pre-match after her international retirement before the Euros this past summer.
Squad announcements will be announced shortly, but there was a recent squad update for England. On Friday, Khiara Keating withdrew from the squad with a minor injury, and so former number one Ellie Roebuck has been summoned.
With Hannah Hampton unavailable, it will be intriguing to observe who head coach Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. Those details along with further updates are on the way before the opening whistle at 17:30 GMT.
Lineup Announcements
Squad details are now available. Anna Moorhouse will be the goalkeeper for England in the non-presence of Hannah Hampton and Khiara Keating.
England's starting eleven: Moorhouse, Bronze, Charles, Walsh, Le Tissier, Morgan, Mead, Stanway, Russo, Toone, Hemp.
Reserves: Hings, Baggaley, Kendall, Wubben-Moy, Beever-Jones, Kelly, Kearns, Park, Blindkilde Brown, Roebuck, Clinton, Denton, Fisk, Godfrey.
Details are being sought for China’s team news now; as soon as I have it, I will share it.
Skipper News
Keira Walsh is serving as captain for the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still injured. These were her comments before this clash:
Walsh takes lead role as England face new test in clash of continental champions.
Maunch Appearance
The upcoming fixture will be Anna Moorhouse’s maiden cap for England. She belonged to the European Championship squad who triumphed this past summer, but she remained on the bench with Hannah Hampton in the starting goalkeeper role.
Earlier Fixture Update
The opening match of the final of the Women’s Nations League occurred yesterday; catch up with all of the action:
Women’s Nations League: Spain’s Cata Coll denies Germany to keep final in the balance.
Live Feed
Live updates from the fixture will continue with important moments and current information as the match proceeds.
