Curious about how Naomi Girma‘s Chelsea debut unfolded? The U.S. Women’s National Team standout, who recently broke records as the most expensive player in women’s soccer, encountered a setback as she was forced to exit the game due to an injury.
We’ll discuss her historic move to Chelsea, recent health developments, and how it may shape her upcoming matches.
What happened to Naomi Girma?
Naomi Girma, a standout player for the U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT), experienced an injury during her first game in the Women’s Super League (WSL) against Brighton. She began the match but was replaced at the 59th minute due to discomfort in her calf. Sonia Bompastor, Chelsea’s head coach, mentioned that the injury did not seem severe but would need more examination. Despite Girma’s early departure, Chelsea managed a 2-2 draw, preserving their first position in the WSL rankings.
The highly-anticipated first appearance of Girma was on the horizon after her record-breaking move from San Diego Wave’s NWSL club. As reported by AP News, Girma was acquired by Chelsea for $1.12 million (approximately £900,000) in January, making her the costliest female player ever. This transfer surpassed the previous record of $788,000 set when Bay FC signed Racheal Kundananji from Madrid CFF. With Chelsea aiming for their sixth consecutive Women’s Super League (WSL) title, they brought Girma in to bolster their defense.
Prior to joining Chelsea, Girma had already made a name for herself as one of women’s soccer’s top defenders. In the 2022 NWSL Draft, San Diego Wave recognized her talent by selecting her as the top pick overall. She swiftly demonstrated her worth, claiming the NWSL Defender of the Year award in both 2022 and 2023. In her inaugural season, she was also awarded Rookie of the Year. Her strong leadership and consistent performance also secured her a crucial role in the USWNT team that won gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
As Girma acclimates to the demanding nature of English soccer, Chelsea remains optimistic that her injury will prove to be relatively small.
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