The Lionesses face China – Female Friendly International

Introduction

Welcome everyone to the non-competitive fixture between the English side and China at Wembley Stadium. An exciting encounter is anticipated with the reigning European champions competing against the current Asian Cup champions.

The iconic Wembley is packed for the event, which will see the celebrated Fran Kirby celebrated pre-match after her international retirement before the Euro tournament this past summer.

Squad announcements will be revealed soon, but there was a last minute 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 called up.

With Hannah Hampton unavailable, it will be interesting to see who England manager Sarina Wiegman selects in goal. Those details along with further updates are on the way before the start of the match at 5.30pm GMT.

Team News

Squad details are now available. 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.

Bench: Hings, Baggaley, Kendall, Wubben-Moy, Beever-Jones, Kelly, Kearns, Park, Blindkilde Brown, Roebuck, Clinton, Denton, Fisk, Godfrey.

We are awaiting the Chinese lineup now; when it comes through, I will share it.

Captaincy Update

Keira Walsh is leading the Lionesses with Leah Williamson still injured. Here’s what she had to say before this match:

Walsh takes lead role as England face new test in clash of continental champions.

Maunch Appearance

Tonight’s game will be Anna Moorhouse's maiden cap for England. She belonged to the European Championship squad who triumphed this past summer, but she remained on the bench with Hannah Hampton in the starting goalkeeper role.

Recent Action

The opening match of the women’s Nations League final was held yesterday; review 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 be provided with major incidents and timely updates as the action unfolds.