Mallory Swanson, the top scorer for the U. women’s national team, will not be able to play in the 2023 Women’s World Cup as per her latest knee injury update
She hurt her knee in a friendly match against Ireland and will not be able to play. The USWNT was counting on Swanson to lead their attack in the event, so this is a big setback.
USWNT Mallory Swanson ruled out of 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in latest knee injury update news today
Mallory Swanson suffers torn patella tendon during friendly against Ireland, set to miss Women’s World Cup
Swanson was tackled with a slide tackle about 40 minutes into the game. As soon as she hit the ground, she grabbed her left knee. She waved to the sideline to get help, and as soon as play stopped, her friends rushed to her side. The medical staff worked on Swanson for more than five minutes to keep her leg from moving.
Moment of Mallory Swanson’s injury. Prayers up 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/TDSJF3hxHX
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U.S. Soccer announces Mallory Swanson suffered a torn patella tendon against Ireland on Saturday.
The forward, who had eight goals for the USWNT this year, will likely miss the World Cup this summer. pic.twitter.com/WTwvVsLacN
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US Soccer said the next day that Mallory Swanson had torn her patella tendon, which will keep her out of action for a long time. She won’t be able to go to the 2023 Women’s World Cup, which will be held in Australia and New Zealand this summer.
Mallory Swanson faces extended absence with knee injury
Swanson will be out of action for a long time because of the injury. His recovery is expected to take at least six months and could take a year or more. She has been brought back to Chicago so that she can be looked at again. Swanson plays football for the Chicago Red Stars of the NWSL.
Forward Alyssa Thompson will replace Mallory Swanson on the USWNT training camp roster ahead of Tuesday's friendly in St. Louis.
Swanson tore the patella tendon in her left knee in yesterday's match against Ireland. We're with you all the way, Mal. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/1pq3T5KUq6
— U.S. Women's National Soccer Team (@USWNT) April 9, 2023
She lives in Chicago with her husband, Chicago Cubs player Dansby Swanson. Swanson hurt her leg, which was the second thing to happen to her that day. She had hit the Irish custodian before and looked like she was hurt, but she was able to get up and keep playing.
USWNT coach Andonovski expresses sympathy
The news of Mallory Swanson’s accident sent shock waves through the football world. Fans and players alike sent their condolences and support to the star striker. In a statement, USWNT coach Vlatko Andonovski said, “We are all devastated for Mal and our hearts go out to her at this difficult time. She is an integral part of our team and we will miss her greatly at the World Cup. We wish her a speedy recovery and look forward to having her back on the field as soon as possible.”
Mallory Swanson’s injury is a big blow to the USWNT, which is trying to win its fifth Women’s World Cup this summer. Swanson will be missed on the pitch, even though the team has a lot of good players and a long squad. Now, the USWNT will have to figure out how to win without their best scorer.
Swanson will work on her recovery and rehab in the meantime, with the goal of coming back to the field better than ever. All along the way, her friends and supporters will be cheering for her.
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