Adrijana Mori stays at Turbine Potsdam: Returns after serious injuries!

Adrijana Mori stays at Turbine Potsdam: Returns after serious injuries!

The positive development surrounding Adrijana Mori gives reason to be happy in the Turbine Potsdam camp. The talented player is extending her contract with 1. FFC Turbine Potsdam until 2025, as the club management announced. This is a bright spot for the team, which has struggled with setbacks in recent years. Adrijana, who came to Potsdam from Slovenia in 2019, has already experienced a lot during this time.

The last few years have been anything but easy for Mori. Serious knee injuries in 2019 and 2023 forced the striker to take longer breaks. The challenge of repeat surgery in 2023 was another setback in her career, but one she overcame bravely. In February 2024, after a successful operation, she was finally able to start advanced training. On April 25, 2024, she celebrated her comeback in the home game against Bayer 04 Leverkusen and impressed both the fans and the club management.

An important comeback

After her comeback, Mori played in a total of 19 competitive games for the first team and scored three goals. Her game intelligence and positive charisma make her a key player in the team's offense. Gregor Kannenberg, board member of the 1. FFC, praises the contract extension and emphasizes how important the attacker is for the team.

The positive development in Mori's football career is also supported by managing director Stephan Schmidt, who emphasizes that the club was always at her side during her rehabilitation. “The support that Adrijana received during the difficult time shows the remarkable team spirit at Turbine,” says Schmidt. Adrijana herself is extremely pleased about her contract extension and is tackling the coming season with great optimism.

The challenges in women's football

It's also important to shed light on the challenges faced by female athletes like Mori. Injuries, particularly to the lower extremities, are common in women's football. According to recent research, male athletes are more likely to suffer from hamstring and groin injuries, while women are at a significantly higher risk of knee injuries, which often leads to missed training and competition. This susceptibility to injury is partly due to anatomical and hormonal factors. Sports doctors newspaper highlights that preventive measures, such as the FIFA11+ program, are often inadequately implemented in professional football.

The increasing popularity of women's football in Germany, particularly through the success of the women's national team, is causing a growing interest in the conditions under which female athletes play. It remains to be seen how the general conditions for athletes like Adrijana Mori will develop.

Overall, Adrijana Mori's contract extension is a hopeful sign for Turbine Potsdam and their fans. With their return and the stability in the squad, there is a good chance that the team can put in an excellent performance next season.

For all supporters of Turbine Potsdam one thing is certain: the future is bright and the club has a good hand at promoting their talents.

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