The US national team is extremely worried ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

The US team lost a key player just a month before the tournament's opening day on home soil, along with worrying injuries to several other important names.

Cardoso will not be able to participate in the 2026 World Cup with the US national team.

Johnny Cardoso will miss the 2026 World Cup after suffering a serious injury while playing for Atletico Madrid. The Madrid club confirmed that the 24-year-old midfielder will undergo surgery on his right ankle after tests revealed a severe sprain and joint damage.

This is a major shock for the US national team with less than a month until the World Cup opening day. Cardoso was a guaranteed starter under coach Mauricio Pochettino. The midfielder, born in New Jersey, has 23 caps for the US national team and is considered a crucial link in the midfield thanks to his tackling ability and consistent control of the game.

The 2026 World Cup kicks off on June 11th, and the US national team will play Paraguay the following day in Los Angeles. However, ahead of the biggest tournament on the planet, the host nation has been receiving a series of bad news regarding its squad.

Cardoso's absence could open up an opportunity for Sebastian Berhalter. The Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder impressed by scoring against San Jose Earthquakes last weekend.

"Hopefully Cardoso will recover in time. He deserves to play for the US national team," Berhalter shared before the extent of his teammate's injury was announced.

Prior to Cardoso, the US team also lost forward Patrick Agyemang to an Achilles tendon injury in April.

In addition, Christian Pulisic's condition is also causing concern among fans. The AC Milan star is experiencing back problems and will undergo further examinations after missing the match against Atalanta.

However, the US national team's medical staff said there were no serious signs regarding the player's ability to participate in the World Cup.

Source: https://znews.vn/tuyen-my-lo-sot-vo-truc-world-cup-2026-post1650734.html