US Edition
Chris Richards Available for US Friendly vs. Portugal but Johnny Cardoso Is Out
Chris Richards is fit to play after recovering from a March 19 knee injury; Johnny Cardoso will leave due to injury sustained in the recent Belgium match, coach confirmed.
- American defender Chris Richards has recovered from a knee injury and is available for Tuesday's friendly against Portugal, but midfielder Johnny Cardoso will depart the team camp to return to Atletico Madrid after sustaining a leg injury.
- After playing 45 minutes in Saturday's loss to Belgium, Cardoso experienced recurring leg discomfort that prompted U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino to withdraw him and send him back to Spain for recovery.
- Richards, who missed Saturday's 5-2 loss to Belgium, expressed appreciation for American culture while in the U.S., calling places like Chili's "a staple" for the team.
- Reflecting on the 5-2 defeat to Belgium, Pochettino said, "You saw my face when we scored," indicating his dissatisfaction before Tuesday's kickoff at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- The 24-year-old Cardoso will focus on recovery in Madrid, aiming to return for Atletico Madrid's Champions League quarterfinal against Barcelona, with the first leg scheduled four days from now.
23 Articles
23 Articles
Associated Press News
Chris Richards available for US friendly vs. Portugal but Johnny Cardoso is out
American defender Chris Richards has recovered from a knee injury and says he can play in the United States’ friendly against Portugal on Tuesday but midfielder Johnny Cardoso is hurt and will leave camp ahead of the game.
US defender Chris Richards on what makes America unique: `Maybe the TSA lines'
MARIETTA, Ga. (AP) — Ahead of the World Cup, Chris Richards has a new take on what makes America unique. “Maybe the TSA lines right now, that’s pretty American,” the U.S. defender said Monday ahead of a World Cup warmup match against Portugal. A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Richards lives much of the year in London, where he plays for English club Crystal Palace. He arrived in the U.S. last week for a pair of national team friendlies in Atlant…
Chris Richards Set to Strengthen USMNT Defense vs. Portugal
U.S. men's national team center back Chris Richards has confirmed his availability for the upcoming match against Portugal. After missing a 5-2 loss to Belgium due to knee discomfort, Richards is now fit to play following individual training. His experience is critical for a thin back line, especially after the team's struggle against Belgium without him. Previously a consistent starter, Richards aims to bolster the defense, which had to adapt w…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 48% of the sources lean Left
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
