England v China – Female Exhibition Match
Overview
Greetings and welcome to the friendly match between England and China at London’s Wembley. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the European Championship holders facing the holders of the Asian Cup title.
The iconic Wembley is fully booked for the match, which will see the celebrated Fran Kirby recognized pre-match after her retirement from the national team before the European Championship this past summer.
Squad announcements will be announced shortly, but there was a recent squad update for England. On Friday, the goalkeeper Khiara Keating withdrew from the squad with a slight knock, and so previous starter Ellie Roebuck has been summoned.
With Hannah Hampton injured, it will be notable to find out who England manager Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. This information and additional developments are coming up before kick-off at 5.30pm GMT.
Team News
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.
Details are being sought for China’s team news now; once it is available, I will post it.
Leadership Role
Keira Walsh is captaining the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still sidelined. These were her comments before this match:
Walsh assumes captaincy as England confront new hurdle in meeting of continental winners.
First Cap News
This evening’s match will be Anna Moorhouse's maiden cap for England. She was a part of the Euro-winning side who triumphed this past summer, but she remained on the bench with Hannah Hampton in the number one shirt.
Previous Match Recap
The opening match of the women’s Nations League final took place yesterday; review all of the events:
Women’s Nations League: Cata Coll of Spain thwarts Germany, ensuring final remains undecided.
Live Feed
Live feed from the match will be provided with important moments and latest developments as the action unfolds.
