Sam Coffey will miss the Women's Super League finale and FA Cup final after undergoing minor knee surgery. The USWNT midfielder is expected to focus on recovery over the summer.
Key points
Sam Coffey underwent minor knee surgery
Coffey will miss the Women's Super League finale
Coffey will miss the FA Cup final
Coffey joined Manchester City in January
Coffey helped City win their second WSL title
Sam CoffeyManchester CityWest Ham UnitedBrighton and Hove Albion
The United States and Manchester City will be without midfielder Sam Coffey after she underwent minor knee surgery, her club announced.
"We can confirm that Sam Coffey underwent minor knee surgery earlier this week," a statement read. "The U.S. international will now work on recovery over the summer ahead of a busy upcoming season."
That will keep Coffey out of Man City's Women's Super League finale against West Ham United and the FA Cup final May 31 against Brighton and Hove Albion at Wembley Stadium.
Coffey moved to England in January and played 10 matches for City, helping the team to a second-ever WSL title.
Brandi Chastain celebrates after kicking the winning game-winning penalty shot to win the 1999 Women's World Cup final against China at the Rose Bowl on July 19, 1999.
July 10, 1999: U.S. players react as Brandi Chastain takes the winning penalty kick during the Women's World Cup Final at the Rose Bowl.
July 10, 1999: Goalkeeper Briana Scurry knocks away a penalty shot by China's Liu Ying preserving helping the USWNT beat China in the Women's World Cup Final at the Rose Bowl.
Q&A
What type of surgery did Sam Coffey undergo?
Sam Coffey underwent minor knee surgery.
How long will Sam Coffey be sidelined after her surgery?
Sam Coffey will be sidelined while she focuses on recovery over the summer.
Which matches will Sam Coffey miss due to her injury?
Sam Coffey will miss the Women's Super League finale against West Ham United and the FA Cup final against Brighton and Hove Albion.
When did Sam Coffey join Manchester City?
Sam Coffey moved to Manchester City in January.
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Aug. 26, 2004: Abby Wambach and Mia Hamm celebrate the Olympic gold medal win over Brazil in Karaiskaki Stadium in Piraeus, Greece. Wambach scored the game winning goal in overtime play to defeat Brazil, 2-1. It marked the second time that the USWNT won gold in the Olympics.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Brandi Chastain celebrates after kicking the winning game-winning penalty shot to win the 1999 Women's World Cup final against China at the Rose Bowl on July 19, 1999.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Brandi Chastain celebrates after kicking the winning game-winning penalty shot to win the 1999 Women's World Cup final against China at the Rose Bowl on July 19, 1999.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
July 10, 1999: U.S. players react as Brandi Chastain takes the winning penalty kick during the Women's World Cup Final at the Rose Bowl.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
July 10, 1999: Goalkeeper Briana Scurry knocks away a penalty shot by China's Liu Ying preserving helping the USWNT beat China in the Women's World Cup Final at the Rose Bowl.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
June 19, 1999: A crowd of more than 78,000 watch the opening ceremonies at the opening game of the Women's World Cup Soccer at the Medowlands in New Jersey. The U.S. beat Denmark, 3-0, in the opening game of the 1999 Women's World Cup.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Aug. 26, 2004: U.S. players listen to their national anthem before the start of the gold medal match against Brazil at the Olympic Games.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Aug. 26, 2004: Abby Wambach and Mia Hamm celebrate the Olympic gold medal win over Brazil in Karaiskaki Stadium in Piraeus, Greece. Wambach scored the game winning goal in overtime play to defeat Brazil, 2-1. It marked the second time that the USWNT won gold in the Olympics.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Aug. 26, 2004: Julie Foudy, Joy Fawcett, Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly and Brandi Chastain receiving their Olympic gold medal beating Brazil 2 -1 in overtime at Karaiskaki Stadium.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Aug. 29, 2004: At the Closing Ceremony for the 2004 Summer Olympics, Julie Foudy, Joy Fawcett, Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly and Brandi Chastain -- also known as the "fab five" of the U.S. women's soccer team -- have their photo taken.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Aug. 21, 2008: U.S. players show off their gold medals on the the podium after winning the women's soccer gold medal game against Brazil at the Workers Stadium in Beijing, China.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Aug. 9, 2012: U.S. players celebrate with their gold medals after defeating Japan in the gold medal match during the London Olympic Games at Wembley Stadium.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
July 5, 2015: Carli Lloyd scores her second goal in a 5-2 win over Japan in the World Cup final at BC Place in Vancouver, Canada.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
July 7, 2015: U.S. coach Jill Ellis addresses the crowd at the 2015 Women's World Cup champions celebration at L.A. Live in Los Angeles.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
July 7, 2015: Abby Wambach kisses the World Cup trophy at the championship rally at L.A. LIVE in downtown Los Angeles.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
July 10, 2015: Megan Rapinoe celebrates with the Women's World Cup trophy during a ticker tape parade in New York.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Jul 15, 2015: Members of the U.S. women's soccer team, winner of the 2015 World Cup, pose on the red carpet during the 2015 ESPY's award show at the Nokia Theater. The USWNT won the ESPY for outstanding team.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
April 7, 2019: Members of the 1999 World Cup championship team pose for a photo at halftime of the USWNT vs. Belgian game at Banc of California Stadium in Los Angeles.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
July 2, 2019: Alex Morgan celebrates after scoring a goal against England in the semifinal of the Women's World Cup in Lyon, France. The U.S. won the game, 2-1.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
July 7, 2019: Megan Rapinoe hoists the World Cup trophy and celebrates with teammates after defeating the Netherlands in the championship match of the Women's World Cup at Stade de Lyon.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
July 10, 2019: USWNT forward Megan Rapinoe celebrates with teammates at City Hall after the ticker-tape parade for the World Cup champions down the canyon of heroes in New York City.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Feb. 24, 2021: The USWNT celebrates their SheBelieves Cup victory with a trophy presentation following a 6-0 win over Argentina at Exploria Stadium.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Feb. 22, 2023: USWNT players celebrate after winning the 2023 SheBelieves Cup with a 2-1 defeat of Brazil at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Aug. 6, 2023: United States players Andi Sullivan (17), Naomi Girma (4), Lynn Williams (6), Julie Ertz (8) and Crystal Dunn (19) react as Sweden wins a penalty shootout during a Round of 16 knockout game at the 2023 World Cup at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium in Australia. The loss marked the USWNT's earliest exit ever at a major tournament.
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United States women's national soccer team: Highlights through the years
Aug. 10, 2024: Team USA celebrates winning the gold medal match against Team Brazil during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Parc des Princes.
How long is Sam Coffey out for?
While City's news release didn't specify a recovery time, it implied she may be able to return for the start of the 2026-27 WSL season and Man City's return to the UEFA Women's Champions League.
"The midfielder will now begin rehabilitation with the Club’s medical team in preparation for the 2026/27 campaign, which sees a return to European football for City," it read.
The U.S. has a pair of matches in Brazil in June, carrying on a tradition of playing in the host country set to host the next World Cup. Coffey will miss those games, but manager Emma Hayes will hope to have her back for November's must-win Concacaf W Championship match against El Salvador and the rest of that tournament.
