Adams' Knee Injury

Midfielder Subbed After Five Minutes in Wild Draw With Manchester United

Tyler Adams sustained a concerning knee injury just five minutes into Bournemouth's dramatic 4-4 draw with Manchester United on Monday. The U.S. midfielder went down in pain after blocking a shot from Matheus Cunha, with their simultaneous contact causing him to immediately signal for medical attention.

Manager Andoni Iraola described the injury as "the worst news from the game," suspecting medial collateral ligament damage. While Adams managed to walk off the field independently, he showed a noticeable limp and shook his head after briefly attempting to jog, clearly unable to continue.

The timing could hardly be worse for both club and country. Adams had been instrumental for Bournemouth this season, starting all but one Premier League match and even winning November's goal of the month award for a spectacular 47-yard strike. His absence leaves a significant void in their midfield.

For the USMNT, concerns mount ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which begins June 12 against Paraguay. Adams, who captained the team at the 2022 World Cup, has battled injuries throughout his career, missing over a year of Premier League action in 2023-24. The severity of this latest setback remains unclear pending medical scans, with MCL injuries potentially sidelining players anywhere from one week to several months, depending on severity.