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Kayleigh McDonald, a women’s football star, feared that her career could be ended due to an injury.
Stoke City initially told her to join an NHS waiting list for her treatment, but they have now promised to cover the cost after a change of heart. Paragraph 3:
McDonald had set up a GoFundMe page to raise funds for her knee surgery, as she had already raised over £9,000 of her £20,000 target. She expressed her anguish and disappointment at the lack of support she received from the club.
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McDonald detailed the extent of her injuries and the financial and mental strain she has faced due to the lack of support. She expressed her struggle with the situation and the need for financial assistance through the GoFundMe page to cover the cost of her operation. Paragraph 5:
Sources at Stoke have confirmed that the club now intends to cover the cost of McDonald’s treatment, following a public plea from the player.
Stoke City, playing in the Women’s National League North, have recently turned semi-professional for the upcoming season. Paragraph 6:
Stoke City faced criticism on social media for initially refusing to pay for McDonald’s treatment, especially after pledging to invest more in the women’s side last year. The club is also planning to build a new training facility for their men’s team, with the current complex intended for the use of the academy and women’s team.
The Women’s side is currently sixth in their league.