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Olivia Smith Stretchered Off and Taken to Hospital After Head Injury in Arsenal’s 3-0 FA Cup Win

The club says they are hopeful the injury is not serious pending hospital assessment.

Overview

  • The 21-year-old forward received lengthy on-field treatment, was fitted with a neck brace, and was carried off early in the second half against Bristol City.
  • A full diagnosis has not been released, with concussion feared following a clash of heads during the Women’s FA Cup fifth-round tie.
  • Arsenal beat Bristol City 3-0, with goals from Kim Little, Victoria Pelova and substitute Frida Maanum after Smith left the pitch.
  • The incident led to a prolonged stoppage and 14 minutes of added time as supporters offered Smith a standing ovation.
  • Smith joined Arsenal last summer in a reported £1 million move and has been a key scorer this season as Renée Slegers’ side recorded a seventh straight win.