England face the Chinese team – Women’s Exhibition Match
Preamble
Welcome everyone to the exhibition fixture between the English side and the Chinese squad at Wembley Stadium. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the current Euro titleholders competing against the current Asian Cup champions.
The iconic Wembley is packed for the occasion, which will see Fran Kirby celebrated pre-match after her departure from the England squad before the Euro tournament this past summer.
Lineup details will be shared imminently, but there was a last minute 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 unavailable, it will be notable to find out who England manager Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. This information and additional developments are incoming before the opening whistle at 5.30pm GMT.
Team News
The team news is in. Anna Moorhouse starts in goal for England in the unavailability 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; when it comes through, I will provide the update.
Skipper News
Keira Walsh is serving as captain for the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still unfit. Here’s what she had to say before this encounter:
Walsh takes lead role as England face new test in clash of continental champions.
Maunch Appearance
Tonight’s game will be Anna Moorhouse’s debut for England. She belonged to the Euros team who claimed victory this past summer, but she did not feature with Hannah Hampton in the first-choice keeper position.
Earlier Fixture Update
The opening match of the Women’s Nations League title decider took place yesterday; catch up with all of the action:
Women’s Nations League: Cata Coll of Spain thwarts Germany, ensuring final remains undecided.
Match Updates
Real-time coverage from the fixture will proceed with important moments and current information as the match proceeds.
