In an exciting start to the Women’s Champions League season, Chelsea has announced their starting lineup to face FC Twente. The match is taking place at the De Grolsch Veste Stadium, underscoring the significance of this competition.
Chelsea’s Starting Lineup Against FC Twente
Coach Sonia Bompastor has made substantial changes to the squad, with seven alterations made for this crucial match. Notably, goalkeeper Livia Peng will be making her first competitive appearance for Chelsea. She replaces Hannah Hampton in goal.
Key Changes in the Lineup
Among the changes, Dutch international Veerle Buurman has been included in the starting eleven. Additionally, the lineup features:
- Oriane Jean-Francois
- Maika Hamano
- Sjoeke Nusken
- Alyssa Thompson
- Guro Reiten
This rotation comes at the expense of several key players, including:
- Nathalie Bjorn
- Erin Cuthbert
- Wieke Kaptein
- Johanna Rytting Kaneryd
- Keira Walsh
- Catarina Macario (who did not travel to the Netherlands)
Milestone for Nathalie Bjorn
Should Nathalie Bjorn enter the match as a substitute, she will mark her 50th career appearance for Chelsea. This milestone highlights her contribution to the team’s journey.
Chelsea Substitutes
The bench for this match includes several experienced players:
- Hannah Hampton
- Wieke Kaptein
- Keira Walsh
- Joe Sarwie
- Nathalie Bjorn
- Emma Potter
- Samantha Kerr
- Erin Cuthbert
- Johanna Rytting Kaneryd
As the match progresses, it will be interesting to see how Bompastor’s strategy plays out with this newly adjusted lineup. Fans and analysts alike are eager to witness Chelsea’s performance in this important fixture.
