Six Changes Announced for Champions Cup Semifinals Team
Renée Slegers has announced significant updates to the lineup for the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup semi-final against ASFAR. A total of six changes have been made to the starting XI.
Key Changes to the Starting XI
The new players joining the squad include:
- Smilla Holmberg
- Laia Codina
- Taylor Hinds
- Victoria Pelova
- Frida Maanum
- Olivia Smith
Olivia Smith returns from suspension to take her place in the starting team. These players replace Emily Fox, Steph Catley, Katie McCabe, Kim Little, Alessia Russo, and Caitlin Foord.
Players Retaining Their Positions
The following players maintain their positions from the previous match, a 2-0 victory against Chelsea:
- Anneke Borbe
- Lotte Wubben-Moy
- Mariona Caldentey
- Beth Mead
- Stina Blackstenius
Match Details
The semi-final match is scheduled to kick off at 6 PM at Brentford Stadium. This match is pivotal as the winners will advance to face Corinthians in the final, following their earlier victory against Gotham FC, which ended 1-0.
A Glance at the Full Line-Ups
Here are the complete line-ups for both teams:
| Team | Starting XI |
|---|---|
| Arsenal XI | Borbe, Holmberg, Wubben-Moy (C), Codina, Hinds, Pelova, Mariona, Maanum, Mead, Smith, Blackstenius |
| ASFAR XI | Er-Rmichi, Redouani, Boukhami, Benzina, Erroudany, Tagnaout, Rabbah (C), Ait El Haj, Mssoudy, Said, Lahmari |
Conclusion
With these strategic changes, Arsenal aims to secure a place in the final of the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup. Fans eagerly anticipate the match and the team’s performance under the altered lineup.
