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USMNT on track to be healthy for World Cup-opener vs. Wales

Coach Gregg Berhalter might have the healthiest USMNT roster he's ever had when the World Cup begins next week.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

With national team Mckennie (thigh) missed Sunday's 3-0 win over Lazio and was named to the United States national team, it was announced Nov. 9.

Impact McKennie missed the final four matches before the international break due to a muscular injury but figures to be a key starter for his national side if fit. This will be one situation to track as the Nov. 21 against Wales approaches, with Kellyn Acosta and Cristian Roldan all the more important if McKennie isn't ready to start.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli in firm control of Serie A after final games of year

Only AC Milan will end the year less than 10 points behind runaway Serie A leader Napoli

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

US World Cup team starts arriving in Qatar ahead of training

The first part of the U.S. World Cup team has arrived in Qatar

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Why young USMNT roster isn't sweating lack of World Cup experience

Only one player on Gregg Berhalter's 26-man roster has World Cup experience. But the Americans make up for what they lack in overall experie...

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

USMNT World Cup 2022 roster reveal: Legit snubs and surprises

As the United States released its final roster ahead of Qatar on Wednesday, the decision not to bring Zack Steffen is perhaps the most surpr...

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Pepi, Steffen left off US World Cup roster, Ream, Wright on

The U.S. World Cup roster had some surprises: Ricardo Pepi was left off along with Zack Steffen, Paul Arriola and Jordan Pefok

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

USMNT World Cup Prediction: Staff picks for 26-man roster

The USMNT's World Cup roster will be revealed on Wednesday; here's what FOX Sports' soccer experts think it will look like.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Dest hurt, Turner misses another game as US injuries mount

AC Milan right back Sergiño Dest is the latest injury worry for the United States ahead of the World Cup, and Arsenal goalkeeper Matt Turner missed his third straight match Thursda...

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Carter-Vickers joins US injured list as World Cup approaches

American defender Cameron Carter-Vickers missed Glasgow Celtic’s Champions League match at Real Madrid, the latest injury concern for the U.S. team ahead of the World Cup

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

USMNT Stock Watch: McKennie injury puts pressure on midfield reserves

With Weston McKennie now a question mark for the World Cup, the USMNT's midfield reserves might have to step up, Doug McIntyre writes.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Rising stars to watch at World Cup: Pedri, Bellingham, Reyna

Spain’s Pedri González will highlight the list of teenagers who could make an impact at the World Cup

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Faces uncertain timetable McKennie has an edema in his thigh, and "it's not clear whether it comes from a bruise or a strain," coach Massimiliano Allegri informed.

Impact McKennie will take further tests once the swelling has subsided. He may return in one of the final November matches in the first case, while a lesion could potentially jeopardize his availability for the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Thigh injury confirmed McKennie underwent medical tests that have confirmed a muscular injury in his thigh, Juventus announced Monday.

Impact McKennie will be evaluated daily by Juventus' medical staff, but he is expected to miss these next few weeks leading up to the World Cup while recovering from this injury he suffered against Lecce on Saturday. With Leandro Paredes and Paul Pogba also out with thigh injuries, Fabio Miretti and Nicolo Fagioli could fill in for him alongside Adrien Rabiot in midfield at least until Manuel Locatelli (personal) returns.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus suffer Weston McKennie injury blow Juventus must do without Weston McKennie following an injury suffered against Lecce on Saturday.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

USMNT star Weston McKennie to miss 'at least' 15 days with thigh injury

One injury setback could jeopardize Weston McKennie's chances of playing in the World Cup, Doug McIntyre writes.

OCTOBER 30, 2022

McKennie adds to US injury concerns ahead of World Cup

Weston McKennie could miss the rest of Juventus’ games ahead of the World Cup

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suffers thigh injury McKennie will miss one-to-two weeks due to a rectus femoris problem, Goal reports.

Impact McKennie left the Lecce game at halftime and might sit out the last four matches before the World Cup unless he returns in a hurry. Fabio Miretti and Nicolo Fagioli will fill in for him and Leandro Paredes in the midfield, while Manuel Locatelli (personal) should rejoin the team soon.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Benfica game McKennie won two five duels, had two interceptions, and scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in Tuesday's 3-4 defeat to Benfica.

Impact McKennie fueled the hopes of a late comeback with a comfortable finish from inside the box. It's his second consecutive goal and the third of the season. He should continue to be heavily involved with Leandro Paredes currently on the mend. He has logged seven shots (four on target), two chances created, and four interceptions in the last five games.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

USMNT Stock Watch: Ricardo Pepi, Gio Reyna get hype trains back on track

Pepi and Reyna are making their World Cup bids at the perfect time. Doug McIntyre takes a look at the rest of the USMNT player pool.

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Juventus eliminated as Benfica wins 4-3 to advance in CL

Juventus has failed to advance from the Champions League group stage for the first time in nearly a decade

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Finds target against Empoli McKennie scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (two accurate), and two chances created in Friday's 4-0 victory over Empoli.

Impact McKennie contributed across the board offensively and bagged the second goal for his side with a good-looking header on a corner kick. It's his first goal of the season. He has tallied five shots (three on target), three crosses (two accurate) and four tackles (three won) in the last five fixtures (four starts).

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Weston McKennie explains special relationship with USMNT teammate Tyler Adams Weston McKennie has opened up on the special relationship he has with fellow United States Men’s National Team star Tyler Adams.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM