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Rebecca Allen Withdraws from Olympics Due to Hamstring Injury

The Australian forward's injury in a final warm-up game forces her out of the Paris Games, a significant blow to the Opals' campaign.

  • Rebecca Allen aggravated a hamstring injury during a warm-up game against Canada.
  • Scans in Paris confirmed a high-grade injury, making her unable to compete.
  • Amy Atwell has been called up as Allen's replacement for the Olympics.
  • Allen previously played through severe injuries during the 2022 World Cup.
  • The Opals will start their Olympic campaign against Nigeria.
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