It’s been a long road to recovery for German defender Marina Hegering, but she is finally ready to make her return to the pitch. On Saturday, Hegering will be playing in Germany’s final Group Stage match of the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup against South Africa.
Hegering had been sidelined since the beginning of the tournament due to a knee injury she suffered during a friendly match against Chile in April. After months of rehabilitation and hard work, she has finally been cleared to play.
Hegering is an experienced defender who has been part of the German national team since 2013. She has played in two UEFA Women’s Championship tournaments and was also part of the team that won the 2016 Olympic gold medal in Rio de Janeiro.
Her return to the pitch is a huge boost for Germany, who are looking to secure a spot in the knockout stages of the tournament. Hegering’s experience and leadership will be invaluable as the team looks to make a deep run in the tournament.
Hegering has also been an important role model for young female athletes in Germany. She has spoken out about the importance of gender equality in sports and has been an advocate for more opportunities for women in sport.
The entire German team is excited to have Hegering back in the lineup and they are confident that she will make a big impact on Saturday’s match. It’s been a long road to recovery, but Marina Hegering is finally ready to make her return to the pitch and help Germany make a deep run in the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
