Lineup Update: London Derby Sees Five Squad Changes

Arsenal Women’s head coach Renée Slegers has announced significant changes to the squad as they prepare for their Barclays Women’s Super League match against Chelsea. Five players have been introduced to the starting lineup following a 1-0 loss to Manchester United in the Subway Women’s League Cup semi-final.

Squad Changes Ahead of London Derby

The lineup modifications include the additions of:

• Emily Fox
• Steph Catley
• Kim Little
• Beth Mead
• Stina Blackstenius

These players will take the place of Taylor Hinds, Laia Codina, Victoria Pelova, and Olivia Smith, who is suspended. Frida Maanum will not participate in the match due to illness.

Match Details

The highly anticipated London derby is set to kick off at 12:30 PM at Stamford Bridge. This match will be crucial for both teams as they navigate the competition.

Arsenal’s Starting XI

The official starting lineup for Arsenal includes:

• Borbe
• Fox
• Wubben-Moy
• Catley
• McCabe
• Little (C)
• Mariona
• Russo
• Mead
• Foord
• Blackstenius

Substitutes

The substitutes for the match are as follows:

• Van Domselaar
• Williams
• Codina
• Pelova
• Hinds
• Holmberg
• Harwood

This matchup promises excitement as both clubs strive for victory in the Women’s Super League. Fans eagerly await a strong performance from the revamped Arsenal squad.