Man City star Fowler set for long spell out due to ACL injury

Manchester City have confirmed that Mary Fowler has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

Fowler suffered the injury during Sunday's FA Cup semi-final defeat to Manchester United.

The 22-year-old has been in excellent form for City this season, and leads the Women's Super League for goal contributions, with 13, along with Elisabeth Terland, Alessia Russo and team-mate Khadija Shaw.

However, the Australia international will now miss the remainder of City's campaign and likely much of the first half of next season.

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.

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— Manchester City Women (@ManCityWomen) April 16, 2025

A City statement read: "Mary will remain under the care of the club's medical team and start her rehabilitation.

"Everyone at City wishes Mary all the best on a full and speedy recovery."

Fowler has provided seven assists in the WSL this term, more than any other player.

On average, she has come up with a goal contribution every 86 minutes.

Fowler joins fellow City stars Lauren Hemp, Risa Shimizu and Alex Greenwood in suffering a long-term knee issue.

Star forwards Vivianne Miedema and Shaw are also out due to hamstring problems.

Nick Cushing's team are seven points behind third-place Man United, and are in real danger of missing out on Champions League qualification.

They host Everton in their next outing.