USWNT veteran Christen Press shares injury status update for Angel City after striker underwent four-different ACL surgeries that have sidelined her for 20+ months

Press has been sidelines since June, 2022 after she suffered a torn ACL injury while playing for Angel City. As a result of complications during recovery, she underwent four different ACL surgeries - with the most recent being in July, 2023. She missed the entire 2023 season and the most recent FIFA World Cup with the USA.

"Hi folks! As you’ll see, I’m still not yet in team training. Working hard everyday to get back and get ready for the season. Excited for what 2024 will bring! Thanks for the love… please keep it coming🙏🏾"

Angel City released their preseason player roster Wednesday evening, with Press's name included on the team sheet. As a result, fans of the USWNT and the NWSL side flocked to social media with excitement. However, Press's statement is as clear as possible - and it's that she is not ready to return to the pitch yet.

ACFC are currently in preseason mode, with the 2024 campaign set to kickoff in March of this year. The entire schedule has not dropped yet, but it's expected to drop within the next week. For the Los Angeles-based club, seeing Press included is a positive look for the forthcoming year.