Chelsea Starting Lineup Confirmed for Thrilling Showdown Against Tottenham Official Site News
Chelsea has confirmed its starting lineup for the highly anticipated match against Tottenham Hotspur at Kingsmeadow. The clash marks a return to domestic action in the Women’s Super League following a draw with Twente earlier in the week.
Key Changes in the Chelsea Lineup
Manager Sonia Bompastor has made significant adjustments, introducing seven new players to the squad. Among the notable changes, Hannah Hampton has been restored as the goalkeeper.
- Goalkeeper: Hannah Hampton
- Defender: Nathalie Bjorn – making her 50th appearance for Chelsea
- Captain: Millie Bright – celebrating her 300th appearance
- Midfielders Back: Keira Walsh, Erin Cuthbert, Johanna Rytting Kaneryd, Wieke Kaptein
- Return from Injury: Niamh Charles, now in the starting lineup
- Bench Inclusion: Lucy Bronze, returning for the first time this season
Chelsea’s Starting XI and Substitutes
The finalized starting eleven for Chelsea includes the following players:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Hannah Hampton |
| Defender | Nathalie Bjorn |
| Defender | Millie Bright (c) |
| Midfielder | Keira Walsh |
| Midfielder | Erin Cuthbert |
| Midfielder | Johanna Rytting Kaneryd |
| Midfielder | Wieke Kaptein |
| Forward | Niamh Charles |
| Forward | Thompson |
| Forward | Beever-Jones |
The substitutes for Chelsea include Peng, Buurman, Nusken, Macario, Reiten, Kerr, Bronze, Hamano, and Jean-Francois.
As the match approaches, fans eagerly anticipate the outcome of this exciting rivalry against Tottenham, with Chelsea aiming to secure victory in the Women’s Super League.
