The Lionesses versus the Chinese team – Women’s Exhibition Match
Introduction
Welcome everyone to the non-competitive fixture between the English side and China at London’s Wembley. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the reigning European champions competing against the holders of the Asian Cup title.
The iconic Wembley is fully booked for the occasion, which will see the celebrated Fran Kirby recognized pre-match after her retirement from the national team before the Euros this past summer.
The team news will be announced shortly, but there was a last minute 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 on the way before the opening whistle at 17:30 GMT.
Lineup Announcements
The team news is in. Anna Moorhouse starts in goal 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.
Details are being sought for the squad from China 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 steps up as England meet fresh challenge in battle of continental titleholders.
Debut Alert
This evening’s match will be Anna Moorhouse’s first appearance for England. She belonged to the Euros team who claimed victory this past summer, but she remained on the bench with Hannah Hampton in the number one shirt.
Recent Action
The initial encounter of the final of the Women’s Nations League was held yesterday; review all of the action:
Women’s Nations League: Spain’s Cata Coll denies Germany to keep final in the balance.
Real-Time Coverage
Live feed from the fixture will continue with major incidents and timely updates as the match proceeds.
