Arsenal FC has launched a docu-series exploring the recovery of Arsenal stars Beth Mead and Vivianne Miedema from their ACL injuries.
The documentary also investigates why this specific injury is prevalent in women’s football.
The series consists of five episodes with the first being released on 18th December 2023, with episodes dropping daily until Friday 22nd December.
Beth Mead, said, “This is a story that we’re desperate to tell, having experienced first-hand the physical and mental challenges involved in recovering from an ACL injury.
“We’ve all seen how many ACL injuries there have been across the women’s game in recent months and years and we want to use our experience to help future generations of girls. We’re proud to be part of a club that is tackling this issue head on, and looking to drive progress across all departments of the women’s game.”
Vivianne Miedema, added, “I’m really pleased that we’ve been able to bring this story to life for our supporters and the wider public. As players, we feel a responsibility to highlight this issue and do what we can to drive conversations that we hope will improve our understanding of why this injury happens at such a high rate in women’s football.
“From having spoken to a range of experts through this process, we know there is no quick-fix – but by sharing our experiences and talking about this issue, we can all contribute to improving the situation for the future.”
Gary Lewin, Head of Performance Services at Arsenal Women, commented, “Often when a player suffers a serious injury, the public only sees the moment of injury and the player’s eventual return. This documentary shines a light on the incredibly challenging journey that plays out in between – a journey shared by the players themselves, their team-mates and so many staff at the club.”
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