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Leeds United Women make two defensive changes for Huddersfield FA WNL Cup clash

Carrie Simpson returns in goal as Leeds name their starting XI for the Group T West Yorkshire derby at the BD Community Stadium.

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Leeds United Women have named their starting XI for the FA WNL Cup Group T meeting with Huddersfield Town Women at the BD Community Stadium.

Manager Simon Wood has made two changes in defence for the West Yorkshire derby, with Carrie Simpson returning in goal and Drew Greene restored to the starting XI.

Shauna Legge captains a side that also includes Alayna Millard, Izzy Dean and Darcie Greene in defence. Alice Hughes, Ellie White and Kath Smith form the midfield, while Chloe Dixon, Amy Woodruff and Drew Greene lead the attack.

Holly Mears and Emily Cassidy move to the bench alongside Charlotte Oates, Brittany Sanderson, Ella Harris, Abi Coley and Abbie Langstaff. Yahoo Sports reported that Woodruff has scored seven goals this campaign.

The match is scheduled to kick off at 2pm, with coverage planned on LUTV and a live blog available for supporters.

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