The Lionesses take on the Chinese team – Women’s Friendly International
Overview
Welcome everyone to the friendly game between the English side and China at Wembley Stadium. This promises to be an exciting contest with the European Championship holders taking on the reigning Asia Cup winners.
England’s national stadium is sold-out for the occasion, which will see Fran Kirby recognized pre-match after her international retirement before the Euro tournament this past summer.
Lineup details will be revealed soon, but there was a recent squad update for England. On Friday, Khiara Keating withdrew from the squad with a minor injury, and so ex-first choice Ellie Roebuck has been added to the squad.
With Hannah Hampton unavailable, it will be notable to find out who England manager Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. This information and additional developments are on the way before the start of the match at 17:30 GMT.
Lineup Announcements
Squad details are now available. Anna Moorhouse starts in goal for England in the non-presence of Hannah Hampton and Khiara Keating.
The Lionesses: 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 the Chinese lineup now; as soon as I have it, I will provide the update.
Leadership Role
Keira Walsh is captaining the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still unfit. These were her comments before this encounter:
Walsh takes lead role as England face new test in clash of continental champions.
First Cap News
The upcoming fixture will be Anna Moorhouse’s maiden cap for England. She was a part of the Euro-winning side who triumphed this past summer, but she remained on the bench with Hannah Hampton in the number one shirt.
Recent Action
The first leg of the women’s Nations League final took place yesterday; get the details on all of the highlights:
Women’s Nations League: Cata Coll of Spain thwarts Germany, ensuring final remains undecided.
Match Updates
Live feed from the match will continue with important moments and latest developments as the game progresses.
