Belgium vs England - Arnold Clark Cup: TV channel, live stream, team news & prediction
By Ali Rampling
The 2023 Arnold Clark Cup champions will be determined on Wednesday evening, as England and Belgium go toe to toe at Ashton Gate.
The Lionesses have won two from two as they go about defending their ACC crown, comprehensively overcoming the Korea Republic and beating Italy by a single goal. Due to their superior goal difference, a draw on Wednesday will be enough for England to retain the Arnold Clark Cup.
Belgium have also taken maximum points from their first two matches, netting a last gasp winner against Italy in a 2-1 victory, before beating the Korea Republic by the same scoreline. The Red Flames must beat the Lionesses if they are to be crowned Arnold Clark Cup champions.
Where to watch Belgium vs England Arnold Clark Cup on TV/live stream
- When is kick off? Wednesday 22 February, 19:45 (GMT)
- Where is the match being played? Ashton Gate, Bristol
- TV channel/live stream? ITV4 (UK), Paramount+ (US)
- What time does coverage start? 19:00 (GMT)
England team news
Emily Ramsey is the only England player unavailable for Wednesday evening, having returned to Everton due to an ankle injury.
England's goalkeeping situation is an interesting one heading into their final game; will third choice keeper Sandy MacIver - the only Lionness yet to feature at the Arnold Clark Cup - get the nod, or will Sarina Wiegman play number one Mary Earps?
The only outfield players to be afforded fewer than 45 minutes over the course of England's first two fixtures are Lotte Wubben-Moy and Ebony Salmon - although the latter is currently out of season as she plays her domestic football in the NWSL. Will either be handed a start against Italy?
Belgium vs England score prediction
England last met Belgium in a pre-Euro 2022 friendly, with the Lionesses taking an hour to break the deadlock against their stubborn opponents, before eventually running out comfortable 3-0 winners.
Belgium went on to impress at the Euros and have done well to take six points from six at the Arnold Clark Cup. However, England are a cut above Italy and the Korea Republic, and should emerge victorious.