Is Emily Sonnett in Danger of Missing the 2027 World Cup? Knee Injuries Explained

The Late Sub with Claire Watkins · Jul 30, 2026 · 25m

With Emily Sonnett down with an undisclosed knee injury, Claire takes this moment to dive into the injury window. How can Gotham keep up with a back line that's looking thinner by the moment? What other teams are plagued by injury? And most importantly, what World Cup implications do injuries have from here on out?

This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:49 NWSL Injuries & International Implications

06:52 Emily Sonnett Stretchered Off

11:09 Esther Leaves Gotham

15:10 San Diego Injuries

18:54 Poor Chicago

22:31 Angel City Wonky Roster

Just Women’s…