Keira Walsh leaves England v Denmark on stretcher with knee injury
The Guardian says Keira Walsh has sustained what appeared to be a serious knee injury during England’s World Cup game against Denmark. The midfielder was in tears when taken off on a stretcher before half-time.
The Barcelona midfielder, a key part of England’s success at last year’s Euros and a vital element of the first XI at this tournament, twisted awkwardly after stretching to intercept a pass. She could be seen telling medical staff: “I’ve done my knee.”
Three members of England’s Euros squad – Leah Williamson, Beth Mead and Fran Kirby – were ruled out of the World Cup with knee injuries. Williamson and Mead sustained ACL injuries, which are prevalent in women’s football.
