Tottenham defender Ella Morris has withdrawn from the England women's squad following a serious knee injury sustained in training, specifically affecting her cruciate ligament. The 22-year-old has yet to make her debut for the Lionesses and faces a long rehabilitation period. In light of the high incidence of ACL injuries in women's football, which are two to six times more common in women, FIFA is researching possible hormonal links. Manchester City’s Laura Blindkilde Brown will replace Morris for the upcoming Nations League match against Portugal at Wembley.
Fifa is funding research into whether hormonal fluctuations during menstrual cycles could be contributing to the rise in anterior cruciate ligament injuries in women's football.
Ella Morris has pulled out of the England women squad after suffering a serious knee injury, specifically damaging her cruciate ligament, leading to a lengthy rehabilitation.
ACL injuries are two to six times more likely to occur in women than men, highlighting a critical health issue in women's football.
Everyone involved with the Lionesses wishes Ella the very best with her recovery, emphasizing the team's support during her rehabilitation.
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