England face China – Women’s Exhibition International
Introduction
Welcome everyone to the non-competitive game between the English side and the Chinese squad at the iconic Wembley. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the European Championship holders competing against the holders of the Asian Cup title.
The iconic Wembley 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.
The team news will be shared imminently, but there was a late squad update for England. On Friday, the goalkeeper Khiara Keating withdrew from the squad with a minor injury, and so ex-first choice Ellie Roebuck has been added to the squad.
With Hannah Hampton injured, it will be intriguing to observe who England manager Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. This information and additional developments are coming up before kick-off at 17:30 GMT.
Lineup Announcements
The lineups have been announced. Anna Moorhouse will be the goalkeeper 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.
Details are being sought for the Chinese lineup now; when it comes through, I will share it.
Captaincy Update
Keira Walsh is leading the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still sidelined. She shared these thoughts before this clash:
Walsh assumes captaincy as England confront new hurdle in meeting of continental winners.
First Cap News
Tonight’s game will be Anna Moorhouse’s debut for England. She featured in the Euros team who claimed victory this past summer, but she did not feature with Hannah Hampton in the starting goalkeeper role.
Previous Match Recap
The first leg of the final of the Women’s Nations League took place yesterday; catch up with all of the action:
Women’s Nations League: Spain’s Cata Coll denies Germany to keep final in the balance.
Live Feed
Live feed from the game will continue with important moments and current information as the game progresses.
