Alexandra Popp ruled out of Germany’s Euros starting lineup with injury

Germany’s top scorer Alexandra Popp was ruled out of Germany’s starting lineup for the UEFA Women’s EURO final against England.

The 31-year was replaced at the last minute Sunday after aggravating an injury during the game’s warm-ups.

Co-leading scorer at @WEURO2022 Alex Popp received an injury in warm-ups and will not be available for the #WEURO2022 final. 🫤 pic.twitter.com/nWHUAYpHIR

— Attacking Third (@AttackingThird) July 31, 2022

Popp is tied with England’s Beth Mead atop the Euro Golden Boot race with six goals.

Lea Schüller replaced Popp in Germany’s starting 11.