England will be looking to make a winning start to the 2022 Women's European Championship when they face Austria in the tournament opener at Old Trafford this evening, kick-off 8pm.
The Lionesses, who thumped both the Netherlands (5-1) and Switzerland (4-0) in their most recent warm-up matches, will be determined to make a winning start to proceedings in Group A and maintain their unbeaten start to life under manager Sarina Wiegman. They enter the tournament as one of the favourites and will be looking to become the first Lionesses side to win a major trophy.
England, under the stewardship of former manager Phil Neville, reached the semi-finals of the World Cup in France back in 2019 and have improved significantly since then, with their array of attacking options leading to some sensational results since Wiegman took charge last year. They have won the Arnold Clark Cup under her and will be hoping for more success this month.
READ MORE: Manchester to play a key role in England's UEFA Women's Euro 2022 hopes despite stadium controversy
A sell-out crowd is expected at Old Trafford for this evening's match, with thousands upon thousands more expected to watch on TV. With that said, here are all of the important details you need ahead of tonight's Euro 2022 opener:
What TV channel is England vs Austria on?
England's tournament opener will be screened live on BBC One. The coverage will start at 7pm, a whole hour before the match gets kicks off at 8pm. The coverage, which will be led by Gabby Logan, is scheduled to conclude at 10pm.
Is there a live stream?
As well as being shown live on BBC One, the match will also be streamed on both BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.
What is the early team news?
Wiegman has a fully-fit squad to choose from, with right-back Lucy Bronze back available after missing last Thursday's win over Switzerland. Meanwhile, Ellen White will be determined to start up front after playing no part in the Lionesses' wins over the Netherlands and Switzerland following a bout of Covid-19.
Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Earps; Bronze, Bright, Greenwood, Daly; Williamson, Walsh; Mead, Kirby, Hemp; White.
What are the odds?
Courtesy of SkyBet, here are the odds for this evening's game:
- England - 1/7
- Draw - 6/1
- Austria - 16/1
READ NEXT:
