Posteriorly it is invaginated forward between the femoral and tibial condyles. Therefore the cruciate ligaments are outside of the synovial cavity. Lymphatic drainage to popliteal and inguinal nodes. The posterior division of the obturator nerve distal to adductor magnus ends in the knee joint, articular branches from tibial and common peroneal nerves. The synovial membrane is large.
Most common sports related injuries are due to forced abduction and lateral rotation of leg.
Name, in correct relationship from anterior to posterior, the structures passing through the popliteal fossa.