Chris Richards has torn ligaments in ankle in potential USMNT injury crusher
Chris Richards has been diagnosed with two torn ligaments in his ankle, raising concerns for the US men's national soccer team. His availability for the upcoming Conference League final is uncertain, with a 50/50 chance of playing. The injury comes at a critical time as the World Cup approaches, and Richards is considered a key player for the team.
- ▪Chris Richards injured his ankle during a match against Brentford.
- ▪He is currently 50/50 to play in the Conference League final against Rayo Vallecano.
- ▪Richards is regarded as one of the most dependable center backs for the USMNT.
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Soccer Chris Richards has torn ligaments in ankle in potential USMNT injury crusher By Ethan Sears Published May 21, 2026, 12:42 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google It wasn’t the worst news the US men’s national team could have conjured up. But it wasn’t very far off either. After center back Chris Richards sat out Crystal Palace’s training session Thursday, manager Oliver Glasner told reporters the USMNT stalwart has “two torn ligaments in his ankle” and is “50/50” to play in the Conference League final against Rayo Vallecano next week. A US Soccer spokesman declined comment on Richards’ status.
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