London City Lionesses vs Aston Villa W Match Preview

The FA WSL clash between London City Lionesses and Aston Villa W is scheduled for 16 May 2026 at Hayes Lane in London. The hosts sit 7th on 24 points with a goal difference of -8, while Aston Villa W are 9th on 20 points with a -19 goal difference. This is a Regular Season - 22 fixture.

London City Lionesses & Aston Villa W Availability

Current data lists no injuries or suspensions for either London City Lionesses or Aston Villa W, and there are no players marked as questionable. With no missing players reported, both managers are expected to have full squads available.

For London City Lionesses, attacking midfielder Freya Godfrey, who has 5 goals and 2 assists in 17 appearances, is available and should be a central figure in their forward play. Aston Villa W can count on Kirsty Hanson, one of the league’s standout attackers with 8 goals and 1 assist in 21 appearances, also fully available.

Impact Summary

With no confirmed absentees, neither side suffers a reduction in attacking output on paper. London City Lionesses retain the creativity and end product of Freya Godfrey, while Aston Villa W keep the major goal threat of Kirsty Hanson. Both teams therefore approach this match with their primary offensive weapons intact and full tactical flexibility.