Mel Reay Delivers Major Injury Update as Sunderland Unveils Surprise Signing This Week
As Sunderland Women prepare to take on Bristol City at Eppleton this Sunday, head coach Mel Reay has bolstered her defensive lineup with the unexpected return of experienced defender Grace McCatty. Forced to address a growing injury list, Reay welcomed McCatty back from retirement to fill the gap left by sidelined players, including captain Bri Westrup. “With the injuries we have, Grace’s return is a huge, much-needed addition,” Reay explained, noting that McCatty’s professionalism will be invaluable as she gets back up to match speed. In a further show of confidence, Reay praised Meg Beer, the squad’s only semi-professional, who is set to start again after impressing in Sunderland’s recent victory over Durham.