USWNT and NJ/NY Gotham FC forward Midge Purce will undergo surgery for a torn ACL, the player and her club announced Wednesday.
“It’s a reality I’m still struggling with and has left me with not too much to say,” Purce wrote on social media.
The season-ending injury happened during Gotham’s season opener against the Portland Thorns on Sunday. Purce left the game just prior to the end of the first half after repeated blows to her knee.
“I’m heartbroken to no longer be available for my season with Gotham FC or for Olympic selection with the USWNT — know I’m rooting for you both all year long,” Purce said. “Though you may not see it, I’ll be doing everything I can to get back on the field.”
📰 | Midge Purce has suffered a season-ending ACL injury.
Wishing you a speedy recovery, Midge. 🖤
— NJ/NY Gotham FC (@GothamFC) March 27, 2024
Purce, who was left off the World Cup roster last year, was a strong hopeful for Emma Hayes’ Olympics squad this summer. She recently helped lead the USWNT to the team’s first CONCACAF W Gold Cup title earlier this month, in the event’s inaugural year in San Diego.
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