Chris Richards won't travel for USMNT friendly as ankle injury clouds World Cup preparations for breakout star
Chris Richards will not join the USMNT for their friendly against Senegal due to an ankle injury. The 26-year-old defender has missed the last two matches for Crystal Palace and there is no clear timeline for his return. His absence raises concerns as the team prepares for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- ▪Chris Richards is dealing with an ankle injury that has kept him out of action.
- ▪He has not traveled with the USMNT for their friendly match against Senegal.
- ▪There is currently no public timetable for his return to play.
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Soccer Chris Richards won't travel for USMNT friendly as ankle injury clouds World Cup preparations for breakout star The 26-year-old Crystal Palace center back has missed his club's last two matches and has no public return timetable By Scott Thompson Fox News Published May 30, 2026 4:22pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Christian Pulisic, Tim Ream and Mauricio Pochettino react to USA's FIFA World Cup™ 26-Man Roster ⚽️ FOX Soccer Christian Pulisic, Tim Ream and Mauricio Pochettino react to the United States' 2026 FIFA World Cup™ 26-Man Roster. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The United States’ men’s national team already has a major injury question mark before the 2026 FIFA World Cup even kicks off.
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