Injury rules Laia Codina out of Euros | OneFootball

Spain suffer defensive blow as Arsenal centre-back confirms injury will keep her out of this summer’s Euros in Switzerland.

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Laia Codina will miss this summer’s UEFA Women’s European Championship due to a pelvic injury. The Arsenal defender has been struggling with pubalgia for several months and has now withdrawn from Spain’s squad for the tournament.

Codina said: “We’ve tried everything and I was hoping to be okay, but the body has its limits and it’s time to listen to it. We have decided, together with the doctors of the club and the national team, to stop and solve the discomfort that I have been having in recent months.

“It hurts me a lot, but I will continue to support my teammates from outside and with the idea of returning to the pitch soon. Thank you.”

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She has played just 175 minutes for Arsenal in 2025, has not started a match since 9 February and disappeared from the Arsenal squad altogether after the 5-0 win over Spurs on 16 February.

Codina was a key part of Spain’s World Cup-winning squad last summer along with Teresa Abelleira, who is also out with a cruciate ligament injury.

The Euros will take place in Switzerland from 2 July to 27 July 2025.

What is pubalgia?

Pubalgia is a chronic groin condition often caused by strain or injury to the muscles, tendons, or ligaments in the lower abdomen and pelvic area, especially around the pubic bone. It’s commonly seen in athletes, particularly footballers, due to repetitive twisting, turning, or kicking motions.

Symptoms: Deep, persistent pain in the groin or lower abdomen, often worsening with activity and easing with rest.

Causes: Muscle imbalance, overuse, or small tears in the abdominal or adductor muscles.

Treatment: Rest, physiotherapy, anti-inflammatories, and in some cases, surgery.

It’s notoriously difficult to manage and can sideline players for months if not properly addressed.