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anterior

adjective as in beginning, prior

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Multiple media outlets are reporting that Hill tore multiple ligaments in the knee, including his anterior cruciate ligament, and will undergo reconstructive surgery Tuesday.

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The 28-year-old Arsenal forward has not played since January because of an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

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The goal-kicking Canada forward has been in outstanding form since returning to action following an anterior cruciate ligament injury in June 2024.

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However, the 23-year-old England international is not believed to have suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

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Sam Kerr, the Australian superstar striker, was also back in the squad for the first time in 20 months after her recovery from an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

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