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England to show support for USA over scandal 

England players will join forces with team USA to show solidarity for victims of the abuse scandal ahead of the game. 

Football in the USA has been rocked following an investigation which found abusive behaviour and sexual misconduct “had become systemic” in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). 

England’s Beth Mead said she was “sickened” by the situation whilst head coach Sarina Wiegman called it “horrible” and “unacceptable.” 

“We’re in contact with the American team and some of the players,” said Mead. “We’re working on something to show our support for them.

“When I found out, I was sickened by the situation. It’s a worldwide problem but women need to be taken seriously. (I’m) very proud of the victims that actually stood up and said it.

“People need to start doing better, the US governing body needs to be doing better, worldwide we need to be doing better.”

England vs USA  – the latest team news 

The Lionesses are hit by injury with captain Leah Williamson and striker Alessia Russo both out of tonight’s game. The Lionesses will also be without Lucy Parker.

For team USA, Taylor Kornieck is out with injury and Mallory Pugh has withdrawn for personal reasons. 

Millie Bright will be taking over captain duties for England and should see Alex Greenwood come in to partner her in the defence. 

England also have an attack problem, with Russo out and Ellen White retired, the Lionesses lack a senior striker in the squad. 

Tonight’s game could see Rachel Daly upfront, similar to her position for Aston Villa, though she usually plays left-back for England. 

Beth Mead could be playing through the middle, with Euro 2022 hero Chloe Kelly starting out wide. 

England not afraid to face USA

It is three years since the USA won 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final, but the Lionesses have progressed massively in that time. 

England boss Sarina Wiegman said: “The challenge of facing the world champions is one we look forward to and it is another tough fixture to measure our progress as we look to continue to make the next step forward.

“We are so excited to be able to go back to Wembley after our incredible experience in July.

“It will be a special evening and a great celebration for our fans, but we also know it will be a challenging game against very strong opposition.

“We are working hard towards next summer and this will help us understand where we are in our preparation.”