The Lionesses versus the Chinese team – Women's Exhibition International
Preamble
Greetings and welcome to the friendly fixture between England and China at the iconic Wembley. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the current Euro titleholders taking on the current Asian Cup champions.
The iconic Wembley is packed for the event, which will see the celebrated Fran Kirby recognized pre-match after her international retirement before the European Championship this past summer.
Squad announcements will be shared imminently, but there was a last minute squad update for England. On Friday, the goalkeeper Khiara Keating withdrew from the squad with a small issue, and so ex-first choice Ellie Roebuck has been added to the squad.
With Hannah Hampton out of action, it will be interesting to see who England manager Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. This information and additional developments are on the way before kick-off at 5:30 in the evening GMT.
Squad Updates
The team news is in. Anna Moorhouse will be the goalkeeper for England in the non-presence 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.
Details are being sought for the squad from China now; when it comes through, I will provide the update.
Leadership Role
Keira Walsh is leading the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still unfit. She shared these thoughts before this match:
Walsh steps up as England meet fresh challenge in battle of continental titleholders.
Debut Alert
Tonight’s game will be Anna Moorhouse's debut for England. She was a part of the Euro-winning side who won this past summer, but she remained on the bench with Hannah Hampton in the number one shirt.
Recent Action
The first leg of the women’s Nations League final occurred yesterday; review all of the events:
Women’s Nations League: Cata Coll of Spain thwarts Germany, ensuring final remains undecided.
Match Updates
Real-time coverage from the game will continue with major incidents and current information as the action unfolds.