Overview
- Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner criticized the U.S. for playing Chris Richards 90 minutes in two October friendlies despite a calf issue.
- Pochettino said he was disappointed by Glasner’s public remarks, insisted Richards was fit, and stressed the staff respects clubs and players.
- Richards was left out of the USMNT’s November squad shortly after the dispute, following a brief cup absence and subsequent league return for Palace.
- AC Milan reportedly contacted U.S. Soccer over Christian Pulisic’s usage last camp, with Pochettino maintaining the U.S. never risks players.
- Pulisic, who dealt with an ankle/hamstring concern, has resumed training and is expected to rejoin Milan’s matchday squad this weekend.