The Lionesses v the Chinese team – Women's Friendly International
Introduction
Greetings and welcome to the exhibition match between the English side and the Chinese squad at the iconic Wembley. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the current Euro titleholders facing the holders of the Asian Cup title.
England’s national stadium is sold-out for the event, which will see the celebrated Fran Kirby celebrated pre-match after her retirement from the national team before the European Championship 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 small issue, and so ex-first choice Ellie Roebuck has been called up.
With Hannah Hampton unavailable, it will be notable to find out who England manager Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. That news and all the other updates are incoming before the opening whistle at 5:30 in the evening GMT.
Team News
The team news is in. Anna Moorhouse is the starting keeper for England in the non-presence 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 post it.
Leadership Role
Keira Walsh is serving as captain for the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still injured. Here’s what she had to say before this match:
Walsh steps up as England meet fresh challenge in battle of continental titleholders.
Maunch Appearance
Tonight’s game will be Anna Moorhouse’s maiden cap for England. She belonged to the European Championship squad who claimed victory this past summer, but she did not feature with Hannah Hampton in the number one shirt.
Earlier Fixture Update
The opening match of the Women’s Nations League title decider took place yesterday; get the details on all of the highlights:
Women’s Nations League: Spain’s Cata Coll stops Germany, leaving final outcome open.
Match Updates
Live feed from the match will continue with key events and timely updates as the game progresses.
