England's Women's Euros-winning football captain speaks out about her endometriosis diagnosis, and her fears of how the painful condition could affect her ability to play key games for her country.
abc.net.au/news/england-skipper-feared-endometriosis-would-affect-womens-euros/101814116England women's national team captain Leah Williamson says she suffers from endometriosis and feared missing games during their European Championship-winning campaign due to the condition.England captain Leah Williamson says she feared being in agonising pain ahead of the semi-final
Williamson, who was diagnosed last year, said a flare-up of the condition was "a big fear" before a big tournamentEndometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the womb lining grows in other places, usually within the pelvic cavity. Williamson led England to Euros glory in July, defeating Germany in the final to claim a first-ever major title in front of a record crowd on home soil.
The 25-year-old, who was diagnosed with endometriosis last year, said she was concerned about the condition flaring up before England's semi-final against Sweden, which they went on to win 4-0.
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