England v the Chinese team – Women's Exhibition Match
Overview
Hello and welcome to the friendly match between the English side 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 home of English football is fully booked for the match, which will see Fran Kirby recognized pre-match after her international retirement 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 slight knock, and so ex-first choice Ellie Roebuck has been added to the squad.
With Hannah Hampton out of action, 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.
Squad Updates
The team news is in. Anna Moorhouse starts in goal 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.
Reserves: Hings, Baggaley, Kendall, Wubben-Moy, Beever-Jones, Kelly, Kearns, Park, Blindkilde Brown, Roebuck, Clinton, Denton, Fisk, Godfrey.
I am searching for China’s team news now; once it is available, I will provide the update.
Skipper News
Keira Walsh is leading the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still injured. Here’s what she had to say before this match:
Walsh steps up as England meet fresh challenge in battle of continental titleholders.
First Cap News
Tonight’s game will be Anna Moorhouse’s maiden cap for England. She was a part of the European Championship squad who triumphed this past summer, but she did not feature with Hannah Hampton in the number one shirt.
Recent Action
The initial encounter of the final of the Women’s Nations League took place yesterday; get the details on all of the highlights:
Women’s Nations League: Cata Coll of Spain thwarts Germany, ensuring final remains undecided.
Real-Time Coverage
Real-time coverage from the match will continue with important moments and timely updates as the match proceeds.
