Women’s Super League launches research into ACL injuries in football
A joint research effort
The Football Association and WSL Football are working together on a major study of ACL injuries in women’s football. Its goal is to better understand why the injuries occur and identify ways to reduce them. The project will combine scientific data with the experiences of players and staff, aiming to produce one of the most comprehensive examinations of the issue in the women’s game.
Players and injury data
Researchers will compare data from players who have suffered ACL injuries since the 2018-19 season with information from players who have not. Vivianne Miedema, Beth Mead, Leah Williamson and Sam Kerr are among those who have experienced ACL injuries in recent years.
Long absences and future plans
ACL injuries are among the most serious problems facing women’s football and can keep players away from the game for months. Researchers hope the results will help shape future approaches to injury prevention, rehabilitation and player welfare across the women’s game.
Key points
- The FA and WSL Football have launched a major study of ACL injuries in women’s football.
- The research will compare injured players since 2018-19 with players who have not suffered the injury.
- Findings could inform injury prevention, rehabilitation and player welfare strategies.