Agyemang Ruptures ACL, Out For 2025–26 Season

England and Arsenal forward Michelle Agyemang, 19, ruptured her anterior cruciate ligament during England’s 3–0 friendly win over Australia at Pride Park and was carried off on a stretcher. The Football Association has confirmed the injury and says she will require surgery, ruling her out for the remainder of the 2025–26 season. Agyemang — on loan at Brighton from Arsenal and UEFA’s Young Player of Euro 2025 after scoring key late equalisers — has said she is disappointed but vows to return stronger. Arsenal and Brighton are in discussions over her treatment and have pledged full support as she prepares for a lengthy rehabilitation that could approach a year or more. The case is another high‑profile ACL injury in the women’s game and underscores ongoing research and prevention efforts.