Another blow for the Red Devils! Manchester United defender Gabby George suffered a torn cruciate ligament in the WSL match against Leicester.

• Gabby George is preparing for a long absence
• He was injured in the match against Leicester City.
• Joins teammate Emma Watson with an anterior cruciate ligament injury

WHAT’S HAPPENED? The 26-year-old England international was forced to leave the field just nine minutes into the Women’s Super League match between Manchester United and Leicester City at the weekend, which ended 1-1. According to the summer club, the player suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury. Athletic. George will now undergo surgery and is expected to be sidelined for an extended period.

GENERAL Picture: George, who joined the club only from Everton this summer, becomes the second Red Devils star to suffer an anterior cruciate ligament injury this season after midfielder Emma Watson. She has made four appearances for United this season but now faces a long spell on the sidelines.

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WHAT’S NEXT? Mark Skinner’s side will next be seen against Paris Saint-Germain in the second round of the Champions League. After the first match the score is 1:1.