USMNT defender Chris Richards' ankle injury unlikely to hinder his 2026 World Cup participation
Chris Richards' ankle injury is not expected to impact his participation in the upcoming FIFA World Cup. The ligament damage he sustained is considered minor, and he remains hopeful about his fitness. However, his absence from the final Premier League match raises concerns about his readiness for the tournament.
- ▪Chris Richards has torn two ligaments in his ankle but is expected to recover in time for the World Cup.
- ▪He will miss Crystal Palace's final league game against Arsenal but is optimistic about his World Cup involvement.
- ▪Richards previously missed the 2022 World Cup due to injury, making his current fitness a critical concern for the USMNT.
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Ahead of the United States men's national team squad being announced on May 26, Chris Richards' ankle injury was a huge concern, but it looks like he and the team have avoided a major blow. Sources tell CBS Sports' James Benge that the ligament damage is not too serious and that it won't hinder his involvement in the upcoming FIFA World Cup. The Crystal Palace defender initially went off during his club's draw against Brentford on Sunday, and manager Oliver Glasner hoped that it was a minor twisted ankle, but he has been ruled out for the final day of Premier League action, where Palace will face Arsenal. As I understand it, Chris Richards is confident that, barring a setback, the injury he suffered last week won't hinder his involvement at the World Cup.
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