Haji Wright's playing time questioned as World Cup progresses
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:31 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Haji Wright's lack of playing minutes during the World Cup has sparked discussion among analysts. Despite a successful season in the Championship with 17 goals in 40 appearances for Frank Lampard's side, Wright did not feature in the U.S. match against Paraguay. Analyst Rob Gurney described the situation as 'baffling,' questioning the decision to include Wright in the squad if he wasn't going to play. Gurney speculated on possible reasons, including unmentioned injuries. The U.S. team faces pressure to utilize all its players effectively as the competition continues.
- •Haji Wright scored 17 goals for his Championship team in 2025-26.
- •He did not play in the U.S. match against Paraguay.
- •Rob Gurney called Wright's lack of minutes baffling.
- •Discussion centers on team selection strategy and player development.
- 11:31 AMYahoo Sports — Wright's international involvement 'a massive headscratcher'
"Haji Wright's lack of international minutes in the build up to and at the World Cup is "baffling", says BBC Radio CWR's Rob Gurney. The United States international featured 40 times for Frank Lampard's Championship-winning side in 2025-26, scoring 17 goals and contributing one assist. "Haji Wright didn't get a single minute in the United States v Paraguay game," Gurney said.
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