Arsenal midfielder Frida Maanum did not report for international duty with Norway after collapsing in the 95th minute of her team's 1-0 victory over Chelsea in the Continental Tyres League Cup final on Sunday. The incident occurred at Molineux, where Stina Blackstenius scored the winning goal for Arsenal in the 116th minute.
Maanum, who is 24 years old, was due to join the Norwegian national team for Euro 2025 qualifiers against Finland and the Netherlands. She has represented Norway in 77 matches, scoring 14 goals for her country.
Following her collapse, Maanum was confirmed to be stable and under close medical supervision by Arsenal's medical staff. Despite being conscious and talking after the incident, she did not require hospitalization and traveled back to London with the team.
Arsenal is conducting thorough assessments to determine the cause of Maanum's collapse. It remains uncertain whether she will join the national team at a later date, as Norway's head coach expressed concern and offered support to the player.
Maanum has been a key player for Arsenal this season, making 28 appearances across all competitions. The club and the player's representatives are working together to ensure her well-being and provide necessary care.
