In somewhat of a surprise change, Athenea Del Castillo has been named in Spain’s starting lineup in place of Claudia Pina.
Del Castillo’s only other start in the tournament was in the final group stage match, against Italy, when many regular starters were rested with Spain already through.
The Real Madrid forward scored one and set up another. She also scored the opener in the quarterfinal win against Switzerland just four minutes after coming onto the field.
Pina was decisive the last time Spain played England, scoring twice to help her team to a 2-1 comeback victory in the Nations League last month.
The only other change to Spain’s lineup from its semifinal victory over Germany is the return of defender Laia Aleixandri from suspension, with María Méndez dropping back down to the bench.
Spain’s lineup: Coll; Batlle, Paredes, Aleixandri, Olga; Bonmatí, Patri, Putellas; Mariona, González, Del Castillo.
