Mary Fowler Makes Inspiring Return to Grass Training Post-ACL

Just four months after suffering a devastating ruptured ACL during Manchester City's FA Cup semi-final, Mary Fowler has made a remarkable return to training. Gone are the rehab rooms—now she’s running on grass, back in her boots, and slowly but surely getting back into the rhythm of football.

Her progress has delighted fans and teammates alike. Training from a high-altitude camp in Spain gave Fowler the perfect platform to ease back into movement, with resistance bands and light jogging paving her way forward.

And the news gets better—for Australia’s 2026 Women’s Asian Cup on home soil, there's growing optimism. National coach Joe Montemurro has confirmed that Fowler’s recovery is exceeding expectations, and she could be back in competitive action before November.

Her earlier outlook was all merited confidence. After the injury, Fowler said, “There’s still so much I want to achieve… I’m committed to doing the work, staying positive and coming back better than ever.”

Why It Matters

Mary Fowler’s return isn’t just a win for Manchester City—it's a symbol of resilience for female athletes everywhere. Her recovery journey reminds us how strength is forged not just on the pitch, but in every rehab session, every small step back toward sport.

Here’s to the comeback. Here’s to the grind. And here’s to Mary Fowler — because if anyone can turn an ACL recovery into a launchpad, it’s her.