The Lionesses take on the Chinese team – Women’s Friendly Fixture
Preamble
Greetings and welcome to the friendly game between the English side and the Chinese squad at London’s Wembley. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the reigning European champions facing the reigning Asia Cup winners.
The iconic Wembley is fully booked for the match, which will see the celebrated Fran Kirby celebrated pre-match after her retirement from the national team before the Euros this past summer.
The team news will be shared imminently, but there was a recent squad update for England. On Friday, the goalkeeper Khiara Keating withdrew from the squad with a small issue, and so ex-first choice Ellie Roebuck has been summoned.
With Hannah Hampton injured, it will be notable to find out who the Lionesses' coach Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. This information and additional developments are on the way before the opening whistle at 5:30 in the evening GMT.
Lineup Announcements
Squad details are now available. 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.
Bench: Hings, Baggaley, Kendall, Wubben-Moy, Beever-Jones, Kelly, Kearns, Park, Blindkilde Brown, Roebuck, Clinton, Denton, Fisk, Godfrey.
We are awaiting the Chinese lineup now; when it comes through, I will provide the update.
Skipper News
Keira Walsh is captaining the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still unfit. She shared these thoughts before this clash:
Walsh steps up as England meet fresh challenge in battle of continental titleholders.
Maunch Appearance
The upcoming fixture will be Anna Moorhouse's debut for England. She was a part of the Euros team who claimed victory this past summer, but she remained on the bench with Hannah Hampton in the number one shirt.
Previous Match Recap
The first leg of the Women’s Nations League title decider 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.
Match Updates
Live updates from the fixture will be provided with key events and timely updates as the match proceeds.
