Bad news for Manchester United. Tullis - Joyce is out for weeks with fractured eye socket
Sad news for Manchester United. Goalkeeper number one, Phallon Tullis-Joyce, who was already absent in the Champions League match against PSG and the derby against City, will not be between the posts for a few weeks.
- American goalie, who is also marine bilogist , suffered a fractured eye socket and is expected to be sidelined for weeks.
- The injury occurred during United’s Women’s Super League match versus Aston Villa Women on 11 November 2025 when an accidental impact required immediate medical attention.
- Although Tullis‑Joyce avoided a concussion, scans confirmed the broken orbital bone — a type of injury requiring several weeks of protected recovery to avoid further damage.
- The injury disrupts a strong run of form: Tullis‑Joyce had become United’s first‑choice keeper after joining from OL Reign in September 2023, and the 2025/26 season had marked arguably her best form to date.
- Her absence places extra pressure on backup Safia Middleton‑Patel, who stepped in for just her second senior appearance as United face domestic and European commitments.
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