The Lionesses versus China – Women’s Exhibition Match
Introduction
Greetings and welcome to the friendly fixture between England and China at the iconic Wembley. The match is set to be a thriller with the reigning European champions facing the reigning Asia Cup winners.
The iconic Wembley is fully booked for the match, which will see the celebrated Fran Kirby honored pre-match after her departure from the England squad before the European Championship this past summer.
Lineup details will be shared imminently, but there was a late 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 called up.
With Hannah Hampton unavailable, it will be intriguing to observe who the Lionesses' coach Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. This information and additional developments are on the way before kick-off at 17:30 GMT.
Squad Updates
Squad details are now available. Anna Moorhouse is the starting keeper for England in the absence 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.
I am searching for the Chinese lineup now; once it is available, I will share it.
Leadership Role
Keira Walsh is serving as captain for the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still injured. These were her comments before this clash:
Walsh steps up as England meet fresh challenge in battle of continental titleholders.
Maunch Appearance
The upcoming fixture will be Anna Moorhouse's debut for England. She was a part of the European Championship squad who won this past summer, but she did not play any minutes with Hannah Hampton in the starting goalkeeper role.
Recent Action
The opening match of the final of the Women’s Nations League was held yesterday; get the details on all of the action:
Women’s Nations League: Spain’s Cata Coll stops Germany, leaving final outcome open.
Live Feed
Real-time coverage from the game will proceed with important moments and latest developments as the action unfolds.
