Melbourne City's starting XI for their AFC Women's Champions League semi-final game against Tokyo Verdy Beleza has been named. One change is made to the playing list from the Dub grand final with Laura Hughes replacing Bryleeh Henry in the starting lineup, whilst Chinaza Uchendu, Kaya Jugovic, Izabella Rako and Keira Sarris return to the matchday squad from suspension and international duty respectively. Rebekah Stott leads the line as captain, with Malena Mieres starting between the sticks and the competition's leading goalscorer Holly McNamara part of a three-strong forward line along with Shelby McMahon and Aideen Keane.