England 1-1 Canada: Lionesses held to draw in opening game of Arnold Clark Cup

England were held to a draw by Olympic champions Canada in their opening match of the Arnold Clark Cup.

It was the first time England played a side ranked in the world's top 10 under manager Sarina Wiegman and took a first-half lead through defender Millie Bright's excellent volley.

That capped off an impressive opening 45 minutes in which England created numerous chances and were rarely tested by Canada.

But Manchester City forward Janine Beckie curled a shot into the top left corner after the break to equalise for Canada, who were much more of a threat in the second period.

England continued to create — Nikita Parris, Lauren Hemp and Beth Mead all had chances — but the game became far more open with neither side able to take control.

The Lionesses remain unbeaten in seven games under Wiegman. This was their toughest test so far, against a Canada side ranked sixth in the world, although several of their players are currently in pre-season training ahead of their domestic campaign.

England face Spain and Germany, who also drew 1-1 in their meeting, on Sunday and Wednesday respectively.

More to follow.

Formation 4-3-3

Formation 4-3-3

Match ends, England 1, Canada 1.

Second Half ends, England 1, Canada 1.

Foul by Fran Kirby (England).

Jessie Fleming (Canada) wins a free kick in the defensive half.

Attempt saved. Georgia Stanway (England) left footed shot from outside the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Keira Walsh.

Kadeisha Buchanan (Canada) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

Ellen White (England) wins a free kick in the attacking half.

Foul by Kadeisha Buchanan (Canada).

Foul by Nikita Parris (England).

Ashley Lawrence (Canada) wins a free kick in the defensive half.

Attempt missed. Keira Walsh (England) right