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European drama, England’s dilemma and Daniel Levy – Women’s Football Weekly

The Guardian's Women's Football Weekly

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The Inconsistency of Women's Football

England captain, Leah Williamson suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury. She is one of many women's footballers who have suffered this injury. Susie says there are differences in the biomechanics of women's bodies compared to men's and how they move and work is slightly different. The core squad size is also inconsistent with players playing lots of games but not enough facilities or medical experience for these injuries.

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