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Johnny Cardoso's World Cup Hopes Hit by Ankle Sprain

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Adam Moha

08 May 2026 1 Min

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USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso's World Cup hopes hit by ankle sprain.

Johnny Cardoso's World Cup Hopes Hit by Ankle Sprain
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USMNT Star Johnny Cardoso Suffers Ankle Sprain

Injury Blow for Atletico Madrid Midfielder

USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso has suffered a significant injury blow, with Atletico Madrid announcing on Monday that he has sustained a high-grade sprain in his ankle.

Uncertain Timeline for Return

The Spanish club did not provide a timeline for his return, leaving his participation in the upcoming World Cup uncertain. The U.S. will announce their World Cup squad in late May, with their opener following two weeks later.

  • Johnny Cardoso has suffered a high-grade ankle sprain.
  • The injury was announced by Atletico Madrid on Monday.
  • The U.S. will announce their World Cup squad in late May.
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World Cup Squad Announcement Looms

The U.S. team's World Cup preparations will be impacted by Cardoso's injury, with the squad announcement approaching.

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