Arsenal forward Beth Mead steps up return from knee ligament injury

Arsenal forward Beth Mead has stepped up her long-awaited return from a knee ligament injury by returning to full training. The 28-year-old has been out since November 2022 when she ruptured her Anterior Cruciate Ligament in a 3-2 defeat against Manchester United.

The forward missed the World Cup as a result, which was a blow to England’s chances as the Lionesses finished as runners-up in Australia. Mead has been in light training in recent weeks but she was able to participate in an in-house match with the Gunners’ youth team on Tuesday.

Since joining the Gunners in 2017, Mead’s netted 57 goals in 148 games. The Gunners have made a disappointing start to the campaign, by exiting the Champions League and losing their WSL opener to Liverpool. Mead’s return, though not imminent, will be a huge boost to the Gunners. Arsenal face Aston Villa at the Emirates on Sunday.

Mead’s Injury and Recovery

Mead suffered a devastating knee injury in November 2022 during Arsenal’s 3-2 defeat against Manchester United. She was forced to miss the World Cup as a result, which was a huge blow to England’s chances of success. Since then, she has been in light training and was able to participate in an in-house match with the Gunners’ youth team on Tuesday.

Mead’s Career at Arsenal

Since joining the Gunners in 2017, Mead has been a key player for the team, netting 57 goals in 148 games. Her return will be a huge boost to the Gunners, who have made a disappointing start to the campaign, exiting the Champions League and losing their WSL opener to Liverpool.

Arsenal’s Upcoming Match

Arsenal face Aston Villa at the Emirates on Sunday. While Mead’s return is not imminent, her presence on the pitch will be a huge boost for the team.

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