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Lyon forward Hegerberg set for lengthy lay-off after confirming ACL rupture

Olympique Lyonnais Feminin star Ada Hegerberg looks set to be out for the foreseeable future after rupturing her anterior cruciate ligament, the club has confirmed.

The former Norway international and Ballon d'Or winner sustained the injury in training this weekend, to hand a major blow to Jean-Luc Vasseur's side as they look to defend their D1F and Champions League titles.

Hegerberg, who was absent for her side's 5-0 drubbing of Metz on Sunday, now faces likely months at the very least sat on the sidelines.

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The 24-year-old has been a cornerstone of Lyon's unparalleled success across both the domestic and European game over the past decade, emerging as one of the finest footballers of her generation.