'Governing bodies must listen over ACL injuries'
Summary
Keira Walsh, an England midfielder, says sports governing bodies should listen to players' concerns about busy game schedules. This comment follows several ACL injuries in the Women's Super League. Research shows female players are more prone to these injuries than male players.Key Facts
- Keira Walsh of England emphasized the need for listening to players about busy game schedules.
- Arsenal's Katie Reid is out for the season with an ACL injury.
- Reid is the seventh player to have an ACL injury since the Women's Super League season began.
- Research suggests female players have a higher risk of ACL injuries compared to male players.
- Arsenal played 58 matches last season, six more than the previous season.
- Congested game schedules are also a concern in men's football.
- Manchester City's Rodri and Arsenal's Jurrien Timber have also spoken out about the issue.
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