Miedema's Surgery Successful Amid City's Injury Woes

Manchester City forward Vivianne Miedema has undergone successful knee surgery, with the club confirming she will now enter a rehabilitation phase, though they have not specified a return date. Miedema, a Dutch international and the Women's Super League's all-time top scorer, joined City after leaving Arsenal and has been struggling with knee injuries, including an ACL rupture in December 2022. She has not played since City's 2-0 win against Barcelona in the UEFA Women's Champions League in early October. Miedema's absence is a concern, despite the club's unbeaten run and her contribution of two goals in five appearances. City head coach Gareth Taylor has expressed optimism that the injury will not keep her sidelined for too long. The team's current injury list also includes defender Naomi Layzell, who is out with an ankle injury.