The Lionesses’ World Cup plans were rocked after Arsenal confirmed centre-back Leah Williamson suffered a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament during Arsenal ’s 1-0 loss to title rivals Manchester United.
The England skipper went down while chasing possession and was immediately subbed off. Despite Williamson refusing the assistance of a stretcher, Arsenal confirmed in a statement the next day the 26-year-old would require surgery and was set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines, ruling her out of this summer's Women's World Cup.
The news throws England manager Sarina Wiegman an array of complications with just over two months until her side’s opening match against Haiti on 22 July.
