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He was also experiencing cramping and tightness in his left side during his game, per various reports.
In Austin on Saturday, Mallory tore a patella tendon in her left knee during a friendly. The devastating injury occurred before the USWNT’s bid for their third consecutive World Cup title in the upcoming games this summer. Mallory will likely be unable to play until the fall,per Sporting News.
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Posting on Instagram about her injury, Mallory wrote she was “in shock,” noting, “I don’t have much to say other than thank you to everyone…I feel the love and prayers, and holding them close to my heart.” She also noted, “Surgery this morning was a success. I’m thankful for my trainers, doctors, coaches, and teammates for their help throughout this process.”
“She’s all right,” he also said. “I think everybody knows it’s a pretty tough and heartbreaking situation just for her. I’m heartbroken for her. Just a lot of tears and sadness.”
source: people.com