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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Harry Latham-Coyle

Lionesses goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck opens up on impact of stroke: ‘I should have lost my vision’

Ellie Roebuck has returned to the England squad for the first time since having a stroke last year - (The FA via Getty Images)

Lionesses goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck has revealed that she was lucky to keep her vision after suffering a stroke last year.

Having left Manchester City for Barcelona at the end of last season while recovering, Roebuck made her first appearance in 19 months in December and is hoping to force her way back into Sarina Wiegman’s plans.

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