Arsenal forward Chloe Kelly gave the Lionesses an early spark before injury cut her night short in England’s 2-0 friendly win over Ghana.
She helped create the opener with her trademark pace and sharp movement, but the momentum quickly shifted when she went down holding her right leg.
Kelly lasted only 23 minutes before signalling trouble. Beth Mead came on as her replacement as England continued to press forward.
Kelly walked off without assistance, yet her discomfort left Arsenal and England fans anxious with two major Champions League ties approaching.
Sarina Wiegman later explained the situation with caution.
“She felt something in the knee that didn’t feel right,” the England boss said. “She could walk but it didn’t feel right.
“For her it’s sad. You don’t want to have those niggles but that’s just the way it is now.”
Arsenal will now monitor Kelly closely as they await further assessment, hoping the injury proves minor in a crucial period of their season.
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