The match between Arsenal and Brighton in the Women’s Super League was suspending following a head injury to a Seagulls playerArsenal’s clash with Brighton had to be halted
• 16:35, 12 Oct 2025
• Updated16:36, 12 Oct 2025The Women’s Super League clash between Arsenal and Brighton was paused for 10 minutes following a head injury that saw the victim require oxygen. Maelys Mpome was defending a cross when the ball hit her directly in the face. There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Mirror Sport will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story. Follow us on Google News , Flipboard , Apple News , Twitter , Facebook or visit The Mirror homepage.MORE ONInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later.We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. More infoThank you for subscribingWe have more newslettersShow meYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.
The match between Arsenal and Brighton in the Women’s Super League was paused for around 10 minutes due to a head injury suffered by a Brighton player. Maelys Mpome, while trying to defend a cross, unfortunately took a direct hit to the face by the ball. The severity of the injury required the player to receive oxygen on the pitch, leading to a temporary suspension of the game. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as Mirror Sport will continue to provide the latest information, images, and videos. Make sure to keep checking back for more details on this incident.
Maybe it’s just me, but these types of injuries really put the game into perspective. It’s not just about winning or losing; it’s about the safety and well-being of the players on the field. The fact that Maelys needed oxygen shows just how serious the situation was. Let’s hope for a speedy recovery for her and a safe continuation of the match between Arsenal and Brighton. In the meantime, make sure to follow Mirror Sport on various platforms for the most up-to-date coverage on this incident.
