Sofia Hurley undergoes surgery for ankle injury as prognosis remains unclear
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 3:48 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Sydney midfielder Sofia Hurley will have surgery on Tuesday to address a small, displaced ankle fracture suffered during a match against Greater Western Sydney. Coach Colin O’Riordan confirmed that the full extent of the injury won't be known until after the procedure. Hurley was removed from the field during the game, where she had recorded a game-high 25 disposals prior to her injury. O’Riordan mentioned it was a clean break with no syndesmosis damage; however, recovery and potential return date remain uncertain. He emphasized that while Hurley's leadership is irreplaceable, the team has various midfield options available for their upcoming game against Port Adelaide.
- •Sofia Hurley suffered a left ankle injury in round five.
- •She was stretchered off during the match against Greater Western Sydney.
- •Coach Colin O’Riordan describes her ankle fracture as small and displaced.
- •The full prognosis will be determined after her surgery.
- •Sydney has several midfield options to consider for their next game.
- 3:48 AMAFL — Swans gun sent for surgery, but prognosis not yet known
"Sydney won't know how bad Sofia Hurley's ankle injury is until after surgery
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