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Megan Finnigan targets Goodison Park return after long injury layoff

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 6:00 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Megan Finnigan targets Goodison Park return after long injury layoff
Summary

Megan Finnigan, captain of Everton Women, has returned to the pitch after 18 months sidelined with a serious knee injury. She recently played in a closed-door 0-0 draw against Burnley. Finnigan expressed her desire to fully conclude her injury journey by playing in front of Everton's fans at Goodison Park. Her teammates celebrated her return, highlighting her significance to the squad and the club's culture.

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  • •Finnigan played her first minutes since January 2025.
  • •She aims to return to Goodison Park to mark her recovery.
  • •Finnigan was celebrated by teammates following her return.
  • •She has been with Everton since childhood, making her debut in 2015.
  • •The club captain role is a significant achievement for Finnigan.
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  • 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Finnigan targets Goodison to end journey
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