Overview
- In new comments reported Feb. 4, the Bayern defender and Germany captain said she returned from two ACL tears as “a different player” and a trusted point of contact for teammates.
- She cited escalating physical demands, tighter match calendars, and fiercer competition as factors driving more knee injuries, while noting the risk can never be reduced to zero.
- She said psychological support was crucial in processing setbacks and developing resilience during long rehabilitations.
- She recalled sustaining an inner‑knee injury in Germany’s first group match at Euro 2025 and staying with the squad despite being unable to play.
- Addressing visibility and equity, she said women are scrutinized differently, manages her large social-media following by staying authentic, and welcomed male allies such as Joshua Kimmich speaking up for equality.