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Peter Fitzpatrick·16 September 2024

Chelsea Women confirm serious knee injury for key midfielder

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Chelsea Women have confirmed Sophie Ingle sustained an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in the club’s pre-season match with Feneyoord.

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In an official statement, Chelsea also said that, following an assessment by the club’s medical team and a knee specialist, Ingle will undergo surgery before beginning her rehabilitation.

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The 33-year-old, who is also captain of Wales, has been with the Blues since 2018, when she returned for a second stint at the club.

She has since won 11 trophies with the all-conquering Women’s Super League champions, and has also played more games than any player in the league.

The news comes as a big blow to new Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor with the transfer window closed, and the new WSL season starting on Friday night.

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