The Lionesses face China – Women’s Exhibition Fixture
Introduction
Welcome everyone to the friendly match between the English side and the Chinese squad at the iconic Wembley. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the reigning European champions competing against the reigning Asia Cup winners.
The iconic Wembley is sold-out for the occasion, which will see Fran Kirby honored pre-match after her international retirement before the Euro tournament this past summer.
The team news 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 called up.
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 coming up before kick-off at 5.30pm GMT.
Lineup Announcements
Squad details are now available. Anna Moorhouse is the starting keeper 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.
Bench: Hings, Baggaley, Kendall, Wubben-Moy, Beever-Jones, Kelly, Kearns, Park, Blindkilde Brown, Roebuck, Clinton, Denton, Fisk, Godfrey.
We are awaiting the squad from China now; when it comes through, I will provide the update.
Skipper News
Keira Walsh is leading the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still unfit. She shared these thoughts 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 featured in the Euro-winning side who claimed victory this past summer, but she did not feature with Hannah Hampton in the starting goalkeeper role.
Earlier Fixture Update
The opening match of the final of the Women’s Nations League took place yesterday; catch up with all of the highlights:
Women’s Nations League: Spain’s Cata Coll denies Germany to keep final in the balance.
Match Updates
Live updates from the game will continue with important moments and latest developments as the game progresses.
