Sydney (AFP) – Australia winger Mary Fowler said she is facing a long spell on the sidelines after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury last weekend playing for Manchester City.

Mary Fowler was taken off the field early in Manchester City’s FA Women’s Cup semi-final on Sunday and her worst fears have been confirmed wreaking havoc for the Matildas’ Asian Cup campaign.

While Matildas fans soak up the shocking news that Mary Fowler will be out for up to a year with a serious knee injury, the star has sent them a hopeful message pointing out the upside of the ...

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 07: Mary Fowler of Australia warms up before the International Friendly match between Australia Matildas and Korea Republic at McDonald Jones Stadium on April 07 ...

We can confirm Mary Fowler has suffered a rupture to her anterior cruciate ligament. Everyone at City wishes her all the best on a full and speedy recovery. A City statement read: "Mary will ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Mary Fowler is facing a race against time to be fit for the Matildas’ home Asian Cup campaign after confirmation she has ruptured ...

Matildas star Mary Fowler has ruptured her anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and is in a race against time to play in next year's home Asian Cup. Manchester City had been hopeful the brilliant ...