Borges undergoes knee surgery, thanks fans for their support | OneFootball

, former player of Sporting and current Benfica footballer, revealed on social media that she successfully underwent surgery on her left knee. The athlete, it should be remembered, suffered a severe anterior cruciate ligament injury in her knee at the beginning of this August.

"First phase completed! Everything went well. Now it's time to focus on recovery and come back even stronger. Thank you all for the support!", wrote the 35-year-old Portuguese international on her official Instagram account this Sunday, August 24.

The player ended her contract with the Alvalade Club and moved to the eternal rival. Ana Borges is not expected to play again this sports season. Recently, the athlete was questioned about leaving Alvalade and revealed sadness for being "released" by the Management.

The experienced player signed with the Eagles until 2027, after several years representing Sporting, where she held the status of captain. Ana Borges also announced her farewell to the National Team shortly after the elimination of the Portuguese team from the Women's European Football Championship.

In nine seasons serving Sporting, Ana Borges played a total of 216 games, 207 of which as a starter. In 17,863 minutes on the field, she scored 32 goals and made 21 assists. At the Alvalade Club, she won two Championships, three Portuguese Cups, and three Super Cups, and was also named Best Player of the Women's League in 2017/18.

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