The England Football Association has pledged its support to the young striker
Arsenal have confirmed that English-Ghanaian forward Michelle Agyemang will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament.
The teenager sustained the injury during England’s 3-0 friendly win over Australia at Pride Park earlier this week.
Agyemang was stretchered off the field in visible pain after an awkward landing midway through the match.
The 19-year-old had joined Brighton & Hove Albion on loan for the 2025-26 campaign to gain regular first-team experience.
In a statement on Thursday October 30, 2025, Arsenal said, “We can confirm that Michelle Agyemang suffered a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament injury while playing in England’s 3-0 win over Australia in Derby on Tuesday.
“The 19-year-old forward will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season as a result of the injury.
“We are in close contact with Brighton as we determine a treatment and recovery programme for Michelle.”
“We can confirm that Michelle Agyemang suffered a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament whilst on international duty.
“Wishing all the best with your recovery, Mich – we’ll be with you every step of the way.”
The England Football Association also pledged its support to the young striker as she begins her rehabilitation process.
Agyemang had been tipped as one of the brightest prospects in English women’s football and was expected to feature prominently for Brighton this season before the setback.
Posting on Instagram after her diagnosis, Agyemang expressed disappointment but vowed to return stronger.
“Disappointed that results show a torn ACL. Recovery starts now, I will be back stronger than before,” she wrote.
ACL injuries are among the most serious setbacks for footballers, often requiring several months of recovery and rehabilitation.
Agyemang’s absence is a significant blow to both club and country, but Arsenal say she will receive the best medical support available to aid her comeback.
