Sky presenter issues health update after cancer battle left her in coma

presenter Emma Saunders has offered a much-anticipated health update after her diagnosis. The star, 32, was left in a coma after battling a severe brain infection last year - a complication from her cancer that led to her being . Now, however, Emma has confessed she's looking to return to presenting work for the 2025/2026 season in August.

Sharing the news on in March, Emma - who is in a relationship with ex RC Lens manager Will Still - said: "Hi folks, unfortunately life took a bit of an unexpected turn a couple of weeks ago and I'm now off work while I recover from encephalitis - an infection of the brain. I hope it won't be long until I'm back to see out the end of 2024/25 - especially after missing part of the start of the season before this when I was treated for thyroid cancer.

"So, as I spend time now recovering and rebuilding again - I just wanted to thank my family & friends for their rock solid support, my colleagues at Sky for their patience allowing me the time to heal, and our wonderful NHS for their extraordinary kindness and care."

She added: "And of course you @wrstill just for being you & being there for me."

But now she's offered a further update, telling fans alongside a new pitch snap: "2024/25 unposted. Wasn't to know at the time but a trip to Anfield in Feb was my last game this season; gutted to have had this campaign cut so short but at least we signed off on a high at the home of the Champions.

"Thank you to everyone who's reached out - the kind words and encouragement have gone such a long way in recovery. Very grateful to say things are moving in the right direction and I'm feeling much more 'me'. Looking forward to a fresh start in August."

Fans rushed to share their well wishes, with one posting: "So pleased to hear that you're well on the road to recovery. Take it easy." Another added: "So glad you're doing good! Bring on August!"