England's defensive stalwart Lucy Bronze has been dealt a devastating blow after sustaining a broken leg, casting doubt over her participation in the upcoming Euro 2025 tournament.
The Barcelona right-back, a key figure for both club and country, suffered the injury during a recent training session. Medical scans confirmed the fracture, leaving the Lionesses' backline in disarray just months before the European Championships.
Road to Recovery
Bronze now faces an intense rehabilitation programme as she battles to regain fitness in time for next summer's tournament. The 32-year-old has established herself as one of the world's finest defenders, with her absence potentially derailing England's hopes of defending their European crown.
"It's a huge setback for Lucy and the team," admitted England manager Sarina Wiegman. "She's been instrumental in our recent success, but we have full confidence in our squad depth."
Tournament Implications
The injury comes at a critical juncture for England's preparations, with Bronze's experience and leadership proving invaluable during their 2022 Euros triumph. Her potential absence could force Wiegman to reshuffle her defensive options, with several uncapped players now in contention for call-ups.
Medical experts suggest Bronze will require at least three months of recovery before returning to full training, leaving her participation in doubt for England's crucial qualifying matches later this year.
