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Lioness Michelle Agyemang learns injury fate after being stretchered off in tears

Michelle Agyemang receives medical treatment after suffering the injury against Australia
Michelle Agyemang receives medical treatment after suffering the injury against Australia (AFP via Getty Images)
  • Lionesses forward Michelle Agyemang has ruptured her anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), ruling her out for the remainder of the season.
  • The 19-year-old sustained the injury just 18 minutes after coming on as a substitute during England's 3-0 friendly victory against Australia.
  • Agyemang was stretchered off in tears and pain, with subsequent scans confirming the severe knee injury.
  • This injury means she will miss the rest of the Women's Super League campaign while on loan at Brighton from parent club Arsenal.
  • She expressed disappointment but vowed to return stronger, receiving full support from the FA, her clubs, and teammates for her rehabilitation.
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