Will another injury derail Adams' World Cup prep for the U.S.?

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Will another injury derail Adams’ World Cup prep for the U.S.?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner, and the U.S. men’s national team is gearing up for the biggest soccer event on the planet. However, the team’s preparations are being threatened by a familiar foe: injuries.

History of Injuries

Injuries have been a recurring problem for the USMNT in recent years. In 2022, Chris Richards and Miles Robinson missed out on the tournament due to injuries. In 2014, Stuart Holden was left behind due to an injury, while Jozy Altidore was sidelined with a hamstring strain just minutes into the tournament.

Current Injuries

This cycle is no exception. The team’s hospital wing is busier than manager Mauricio Pochettino would prefer. At least in some cases, a few players have made it back onto the field, but sadly, there is an exception.

Adams’ Injury

One of the players who has been struggling with injuries is Tyler Adams. He has endured his share of injuries over the course of his club career, including a hamstring problem that sidelined him for much of the 2023-24 season. A back ailment following the 2024 Copa América limited his playing time as well.
However, Adams showed some durability this season, playing in 14 of Bournemouth’s first 15 league matches. That is until Monday’s encounter against Manchester United, when Adams was substituted with not even five minutes on the clock due to a knee injury following a foot-to-foot challenge with United’s Matheus Cunha. The early diagnosis for Adams is a sprained left MCL, although it’s unclear how much time he’ll miss.