England midfielder Keira Walsh has not suffered an anterior cruciate ligament knee injury, but is a major doubt to play at this World Cup again.
Walsh injured her knee during England’s 1-0 win over Denmark on Friday, which sent them top of Group D and on the verge of qualifying for the last-16.
The midfielder underwent a scan on Saturday and has received the good news that she has not injured her ACL.
There has been a spate of ACL injuries in the women’s game over recent years, with Beth Mead and Leah Williamson both missing this World Cup after rupturing theirs.
Walsh has not suffered the same fate, but she is definitely out of Tuesday’s final group game against China and is a major doubt to play again at this tournament.
In a statement the FA said: “Following a scan late on Saturday afternoon, we can confirm Keira Walsh has not suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
“The midfielder was substituted during Friday’s 1-0 win against Denmark.
“Walsh has been ruled out of Tuesday’s final Group D match against China PR in Adelaide and will remain at England’s Terrigal base to continue her recovery.
“Her knee injury will continue to be assessed by England medical staff and no further update will be provided at this stage.”
