Euro 2022 hero Alessia Russo has withdrawn from the England squad to face the United States and the Czech Republic through injury.
The Lionesses say the 23-year-old has been forced to pull out due to “a small injury”.
A statement added: “The Manchester United forward missed her club’s FA Women’s Continental Tyres League Cup tie this weekend and will remain at her club to continue her rehabilitation.
Wishing you a speedy recovery, @alessiarusso7 ❤️🩹
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) October 3, 2022
“No replacement has been called-up.”
Russo appeared as a substitute in all six of England’s matches on their way to European Championship glory this summer, scoring four goals.
She wrote on Instagram: “Gutted to be missing out on camp but will be working hard to be back soon.
“Supporting the girls all the way.”
Sarina Wiegman’s side take on the USA at a sold-out Wembley on Friday, before facing the Czech Republic in Brighton next Tuesday.
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