Smilla Holmberg has picked up an injury on Sweden duty, with the Arsenal defender now being assessed ahead of two World Cup play-off fixtures.
Arsenal defender Smilla Holmberg has sustained a foot injury while training on international duty with Sweden. The 19-year-old was forced to miss training ahead of Sweden's upcoming World Cup play-off matches against Lithuania. Sweden's Head of Performance Niklas Egnell confirmed she sprained her foot and is undergoing rehab, treatment, and medical examinations.
Holmberg faces a race against time to feature in Sweden's two fixtures against Lithuania. The defender has made 15 senior appearances for her country, while her club action at Arsenal this season includes 43 league minutes and two Champions League appearances.
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