Chelsea Women are set to face St. Pölten in a crucial UEFA Women's Champions League match. The Blues are aiming to build on their previous draw and victory in the competition, but will have to do so without key players like Hannah Hampton and Guro Reiten.
Hampton and Reiten Absent, James Returns?
Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton is sidelined due to an injury sustained in the match against Arsenal. Guro Reiten is also unavailable due to parental leave. However, there's good news for Chelsea fans as Lauren James has travelled with the squad and could make her first appearance of the season after recovering from an injury sustained during the European Championship.
Bompastor's Thoughts on the Game
Manager Sonia Bompastor expressed confidence in the team, stating that James is getting closer to full fitness. She also highlighted the opportunity for Livia Peng, who will likely start in Hampton's absence, praising her performance in training and previous matches.
Confirmed Lineups
Here are the confirmed lineups for the match:
- St. Pölten: Schlüter | Ollivier, Klein, Ebert, Nagy, Krizaj, Gutmann, Peneau, Laino, Elmore, Brunold
- Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Peng | Carpenter, Girma, Bronze, Baltimore | Walsh (c), Kaptein | Kaneryd, Macario, Thompson | Kerr
Where to Watch
The match will be streamed live on Disney+ globally and ESPN+/Paramount+ in the US. Unfortunately, there will be no live TV broadcast in the UK.
Match Details
- Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Time: 20:00 BST; 3:00 pm ET
- Venue: NV Arena, St. Pölten, Austria
Chelsea will be looking for a strong performance against St. Pölten, who have struggled in the Champions League so far. With James potentially making her return, the Blues have a boost in attack and will aim to secure a vital victory.