USMNT midfielder to 'undergo surgery' throwing World Cup status into doubt
U.S. Men's National Team midfielder Johnny Cardoso is set to undergo surgery on his right ankle after picking up an injury while training with Atletico Madrid, with one report claiming that he is now out of contention for the FIFA World Cup
U. S. Men's National Team boss Mauricio Pochettino may be without Atletico Madrid's Johnny Cardoso at the FIFA World Cup -Credit:Andrew J.
Clark/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty Images Atletico Madrid have revealed the extent of U. S. Men’s National Team midfielder Johnny Cardoso’s injury, and it's bad news for Mauricio Pochettino ahead of this summer's FIFA World Cup.
Shortly after their UEFA Champions League semi-final exit to Arsenal, Atleti revealed that Cardoso had “ suffered a high-grade sprain in his right ankle. ” Unfortunately, whilst the club was unwilling to reveal further details at the time, they have now done so, stating on Monday, “Johnny Cardoso will undergo surgery to repair the injury to his right ankle. Real Madrid star hospitalized after locker room brawl with teammate New Jersey Governor’s office fires back at FIFA over extortionate ticket prices Cardoso will be undergoing surgery after injuring his right ankle in training -Credit:David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images “The American suffered a trauma during training last Thursday that resulted in a high-grade sprain with joint involvement.
We send you lots of encouragement and strength, Johnny, and wish you a speedy and full recovery from your injury. ” Again, Atleti opted against giving a specific timeline for the 24-year-old’s recovery. However, according to The Athletic , club sources have claimed that Cardoso will be sidelined until the club’s preseason at the very least, meaning his hopes of representing the USMNT in a World Cup on home soil are over.