Beth Mead facing long-term absence with ruptured ACL

ACL: Beth Mead faces a lengthy absence. Pic: Zac Goodwin/PA

England forward Beth Mead has suffered a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament and “is set for an extended period on the sidelines”, her club Arsenal have announced.

The 27-year-old sustained the injury in Saturday’s 3-2 Women’s Super League loss to Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium.