Multiple Key Players are Sidelined With Injuries
The United States men's national team is navigating a significant injury crisis affecting several key players heading into the November international break.
Christian Pulisic remains sidelined after suffering a low-grade hamstring tear during the October friendly against Australia. The AC Milan star, who had been in exceptional form with six goals and two assists in eight matches this season, provided an update on Thursday, stating, "Recovery is going great, and I'm hungry to get back out there." Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri expects him to miss action until November.
Antonee Robinson's knee issues have persisted throughout the season, limiting him to just one full 90-minute appearance for Fulham. Manager Marco Silva confirmed the left back will miss this weekend's match against Newcastle, making his availability for November's USMNT roster highly doubtful. Robinson hasn't featured for the national team since last November.
Malik Tillman suffered a thigh injury during USMNT training last week and will be out for another two weeks, missing both the Australia friendly and Bayer Leverkusen's recent Bundesliga match. Johnny Cardoso is dealing with an ankle injury that's kept him out of Atlético Madrid's lineup since August, while Alejandro Zendejas faces another setback after being substituted at halftime in Club América's recent defeat, continuing a troubling pattern of fitness issues.
The mounting injuries present significant selection challenges for coach Mauricio Pochettino as crucial matches approach.
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