Imagine being happily supporting your husband at a Premier League match, only to end up with a broken nose. That’s exactly what happened to Ashley Herron, the wife of Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Matt Turner. In a surprising turn of events, Ashley found herself on the receiving end of a wayward shot from one of her husband’s teammates.
Ashley, who moved to the UK with Matt after he joined Arsenal in 2022, has been a constant supporter of his career. The former NFL cheerleader has been by his side throughout, even relocating to England while heavily pregnant.
During a recent match, Ashley had a front-row seat close to the action when Gonzalo Montiel unleashed a powerful shot that missed its target and struck her in the face, resulting in a broken nose. It was definitely a painful and unexpected experience for Ashley, who admitted that the glamour of the game quickly faded away after the incident.
Ashley revealed, “I’ve got a broken nose right now because I went to a game and got hit in the nose. It happened during the warm-up. It was Montiel. I don’t think it’s glitz and glamour.”
Despite the challenges that come with being a footballer’s wife in the Premier League, Ashley remains supportive and positive. She acknowledged the intensity of the league and its impact on players and their families. “You have to just go through the journey and experience it, and that’s where you really learn the ins and outs of everything,” Ashley explained.
The couple’s journey from the MLS to the Premier League has been quite a ride. They made the move to Arsenal while Ashley was eight months pregnant and had to find a place to live in a new country. It hasn’t been easy without their family nearby, but Ashley believes that the experience has brought her and Matt closer together.
Ashley’s broken nose is just a reminder of the sacrifices and challenges that footballers and their families face. Despite the occasional mishap, Ashley continues to support Matt wholeheartedly from the stands. Her dedication and resilience are truly admirable.
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