Keira Walsh joins the Women’s FIFA World Cup injury list, here is all you need to know about her injury update and return date
The Women’s World Cup this summer has frequently been referred to as the “biggest and best ever” by many at FIFA. The Women’s World Cup being marred by the most injuries ever, however, may out to be the one that endures the longest.
Keira Walsh latest injury update today and return date news as video goes viral
The Lionesses’ close 1-0 victory over Denmark on Friday caused England star Keira Walsh, a midfielder, to appear to suffer a significant ligament injury to her left knee, adding her name to the list of injured players for the competition.
Any injury suffered by Walsh, who is perhaps England’s most indispensable player, not only provoked urgent discussions about the chances of the European champions winning the World Cup, but it also rekindled the conversation about the injury crisis that is infecting women’s football like a virus. However, the latest updates tell that there might be some hope for the squad. Here is all you need to know about her injury update.
England midfielder Keira Walsh has avoided an ACL injury, the FA has confirmed.
Her knee injury will continue to be assessed at England’s base, where she will carry on her recovery. pic.twitter.com/I0thONoxPO
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) July 29, 2023
Lucy Bronze making sure Keira Walsh left the pitch smiling after her injury 🥹 https://t.co/H5hdx5womf
— Her Football Hub (@HerFootballHub) July 28, 2023
Keira Walsh was stretchered off after suffering a knee injury against Denmark 🤕
The Lionesses' injury woes continue 💔#FIFAWWC pic.twitter.com/F24LZZTXPi
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) July 28, 2023
Keira Walsh’s injury update
During the first half of England’s victory over Denmark on Friday, Keira Walsh was hurt; the midfielder crumpled to the ground after intercepting a pass and instantly called for help. Walsh won’t be able to attend Tuesday’s game against China in Group D.
Is Keira Walsh’s journey at the 2023 Women’s FIFA World Cup over?
Keira Walsh will continue to travel with the England World Cup team to Australia and has not sustained an ACL injury, according to England. The midfielder will not be available for Tuesday’s match in Adelaide against China, according to a statement from England, but he will still be monitored by the team’s medical staff. The statement stated:
Following a scan late on Saturday afternoon, we can confirm Keira Walsh has not suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
“Walsh has been ruled out of Tuesday’s final Group D match against China in Adelaide and will remain at England’s Terrigal base to continue her recovery.”
Following a scan late on Saturday afternoon, we can confirm Keira Walsh has not suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
Walsh has been ruled out of Tuesday’s final Group D match and will remain at our Terrigal base to continue her recovery.
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 29, 2023
Keira Walsh’s return date
Keira Walsh will continued to travel with the travel but she will miss the match against China, on Tuesday.
Walsh whispered “I’ve done my knee” to England’s medical staff as they came to her treatment during the match with Denmark, so England will be hopeful the tournament is not over for her.
BREAKING: England confirm that Keira Walsh has not suffered an ACL injury and will remain with World Cup squad in Australia. 🚨 pic.twitter.com/AO0XKDzkqb
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 29, 2023