The England Women’s National Team had a major setback in their World Cup preparations after forward Toni Duggan suffered a knee injury in a friendly match against Denmark. The injury to Duggan, who has been a key player for the Lionesses since her debut in 2013, has put her participation in the upcoming World Cup in doubt.
The injury occurred in the first half of the match when Duggan collided with a Danish defender. She was immediately taken off the pitch and replaced by Fran Kirby. The extent of the injury is not yet known, but it is expected to keep her out of action for at least a few weeks.
The loss of Duggan is a major blow to England’s World Cup hopes as she has been one of their most important players in recent years. She has scored 15 goals in 44 appearances for the national team, and her presence on the pitch is often a major factor in their success.
The injury could also have a knock-on effect on the rest of the squad, as manager Phil Neville may be forced to make changes to his roster to compensate for Duggan’s absence. This could mean that some players who were expected to make the final squad may miss out, while others who were not initially considered may be given an opportunity.
England will be hoping that Duggan’s injury is not too serious and that she will be able to make a full recovery in time for the World Cup. However, until then, the team will have to prepare for the possibility that she may not be available for selection.
The Lionesses will be hoping that Duggan’s injury does not derail their World Cup preparations, but only time will tell if they can overcome this setback and make it to the tournament with a full-strength squad.
