
Date: Monday 7th August, 2023
Time: 8:30 am
Stadium Brisbane Stadium
Referee Melissa Borjas (Honduras)
Goal Scorer:
Team News
England
After implementing a 3-4-1-2 formation against China, Wiegman is expected to name an unchanged lineup for Monday's last-16 tie.
Having netted three goals in the last two games, James will be looking to continue her fine form when she features against Nigeria.
England Women possible starting lineup:
Earps; Carter, Bright, Greenwood; Bronze, Zelem, Stanway, Daly; James; Russo, Hemp
Nigeria
As for Nigeria, Deborah Abiodun will return from a two-match suspension after being given a red card in the opening game against Canada.
Abiodun may have to settle for a place on the bench, with Nigeria boss Randy Waldrum likely to name an unchanged lineup for Monday's encounter.
Barcelona's Asisat Oshoala is expected to lead the line, and she will be looking to add to the goal that she scored in the win over Australia on Matchday Two.
Nigeria Women possible starting lineup:
Nnadozie; Alozie, Ohale, Demehin, Plumptre; Ucheibe, Ayinde; Ajibade, Payne, Kanu; Oshoala
Prediction: England Women 2-1 Nigeria Women
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