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Chris Richards returns to full training as USMNT prepares for World Cup opener

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:05 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Chris Richards returns to full training as USMNT prepares for World Cup opener
Summary

Chris Richards participated in full training with the US Men's National Team on June 8, just four days before their World Cup opener against Paraguay. This marks his first full session after recovering from an ankle injury sustained on May 17. However, midfielder Tyler Adams missed practice due to load management, contributing to ongoing concerns about his fitness amid previous hamstring issues. The USMNT is finalizing preparations for the tournament as they continue to assess player readiness ahead of their first match at SoFi Stadium.

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  • •Richards trained fully for the first time in 12 days
  • •Adams missed practice for load management
  • •USMNT faces Paraguay on June 12
  • •Training took place in Irvine, California
  • •5,500 fans attended the session
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  • 9:05 PMCBS Sports — USMNT's Chris Richards returns to full training days before World Cup opener; Tyler Adams doesn't practice
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Richards trained fully with the group for the first time since camp opened 12 days ago, making his way back from an ankle injury

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