Tullis-Joyce suffers fractured eye socket in major blow to United and USWNT
Phallon Tullis-Joyce (Manchester United / USWNT)
November 2025
Phallon Tullis-Joyce has been diagnosed with a fractured eye socket after an accidental clash against Aston Villa, ruling her out of Manchester United’s historic win over Paris Saint-Germain and forcing a spell on the sidelines while specialists prioritise protection and rest over any quick return. Sensitivity around the injury meant she appeared in sunglasses while Safia Middleton-Patel impressed in goal, but coaches admit losing their new number one is a major setback. United hope she can return before the winter break if doctors clear full contact, while her USWNT momentum is also interrupted.