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Mary Earps prepares for London City Lionesses debut against Manchester United

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Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Mary Earps prepares for London City Lionesses debut against Manchester United

Summary

Goalkeeper Mary Earps is set to make her London City Lionesses debut in Friday’s Women’s Super League season opener. The 33-year-old previously spent five seasons at Manchester United, where she secured over 100 appearances and an FA Cup title before departing for a two-year tenure at Paris St-Germain. Earps expressed a desire to return to English football to experience the atmosphere of the domestic league once more. Although she has participated in the club's recent pre-season matches, she faces internal competition for the starting goalkeeper role from Elene Lete. The season opener, scheduled for 19:00 BST, serves as both the league debut for the London City Lionesses' new additions and a return to familiar territory for the veteran goalkeeper.

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•Mary Earps faces former club Manchester United in Friday's season opener.
•The match is scheduled to begin at 19:00 BST.
•Earps spent two seasons at Paris St-Germain following a five-year stint with Manchester United.
•London City Lionesses also added players including Alexia Putellas and Mapi Leon this summer.
•Earps is competing with Elene Lete for the starting goalkeeper spot.

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