Inma Gabarro Suffers ACL Injury in WSL Match

Everton forward Inma Gabarro has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during a 1-0 Women's Super League loss to Manchester United, marking another setback for the club as she joins her teammate Aurora Galli, who also sustained an ACL injury last week. The 21-year-old Spain international was carried off on a stretcher after an awkward landing in the 11th minute of the match. A scan confirmed the injury, and she will begin rehabilitation with Everton's medical team. The rise in ACL injuries among female footballers has been attributed to increased workloads, travel, and insufficient rest, as reported by the global players' union FIFPRO. In response to the growing concern over these injuries, UEFA established a women's health expert panel to investigate further. The trend highlights the pressing need for improved health and safety measures in women's professional football.