The Lionesses v China – Women's Exhibition Fixture
Preamble
Hello and welcome to the exhibition match between England and China at London’s Wembley. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the current Euro titleholders facing the holders of the Asian Cup title.
England’s national stadium is packed for the occasion, which will see Fran Kirby recognized pre-match after her departure from the England squad before the Euro tournament this past summer.
Squad announcements will be revealed soon, but there was a late squad update for England. On Friday, Khiara Keating withdrew from the squad with a slight knock, and so former number one Ellie Roebuck has been called up.
With Hannah Hampton out of action, it will be intriguing to observe who England manager Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. That news and all the other updates are coming up 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 absence of Hannah Hampton and Khiara Keating.
The Lionesses: Moorhouse, Bronze, Charles, Walsh, Le Tissier, Morgan, Mead, Stanway, Russo, Toone, Hemp.
Reserves: Hings, Baggaley, Kendall, Wubben-Moy, Beever-Jones, Kelly, Kearns, Park, Blindkilde Brown, Roebuck, Clinton, Denton, Fisk, Godfrey.
I am searching for the squad from China now; once it is available, I will share it.
Captaincy Update
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 first appearance for England. She was a part of 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 first leg of the final of the Women’s Nations League was held yesterday; catch up with all of the highlights:
Women’s Nations League: Spain’s Cata Coll denies Germany to keep final in the balance.
Real-Time Coverage
Real-time coverage from the game will proceed with important moments and latest developments as the action unfolds.
