The Lionesses v China – Female Exhibition Match
Introduction
Welcome everyone to the non-competitive game between England and the Chinese squad at London’s Wembley. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the reigning European champions facing the current Asian Cup champions.
The iconic Wembley is sold-out for the occasion, which will see Fran Kirby honored pre-match after her retirement from the national team before the Euros this past summer.
Lineup details will be shared imminently, but there was a late squad update for England. On Friday, Khiara Keating withdrew from the squad with a slight knock, and so previous starter Ellie Roebuck has been summoned.
With Hannah Hampton injured, 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 opening whistle at 17:30 GMT.
Team News
The lineups have been announced. 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.
Substitutes: Hings, Baggaley, Kendall, Wubben-Moy, Beever-Jones, Kelly, Kearns, Park, Blindkilde Brown, Roebuck, Clinton, Denton, Fisk, Godfrey.
We are awaiting China’s team news now; once it is available, I will post it.
Leadership Role
Keira Walsh is serving as captain for the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still unfit. These were her comments before this clash:
Walsh takes lead role as England face new test in clash of continental champions.
Maunch Appearance
Tonight’s game will be Anna Moorhouse’s maiden cap for England. She featured in the Euro-winning side who won this past summer, but she did not play any minutes with Hannah Hampton in the number one shirt.
Previous Match Recap
The opening match of the final of the Women’s Nations League was held yesterday; get the details on all of the events:
Women’s Nations League: Spain’s Cata Coll denies Germany to keep final in the balance.
Real-Time Coverage
Live feed from the match will be provided with key events and timely updates as the action unfolds.
