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USMNT Forward Patrick Agyemang Ruled Out of 2026 World Cup With Serious Achilles Injury

The diagnosis reshapes the U.S. striker race.

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ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 31: Patrick Agyemang of the United States arrives at the stadium before the match between Portugal and USA at Mercedes Benz Stadium on March 31, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by John Dorton/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty Images)
Mar 31, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; United States forward Patrick Agyemang (25) controls the ball against Portugal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Derby County said Tuesday the 25-year-old suffered a serious Achilles injury and will miss the World Cup, with no timeline set for his return.
  • The injury occurred Monday in a 2-0 win over Stoke City after an awkward, non-contact landing, and he left the field on a stretcher.
  • He will also miss the rest of Derby’s Championship campaign, removing a 10-goal scorer as the club chases a promotion playoff place.
  • The setback reopens U.S. roster decisions at center forward, boosting the chances of Ricardo Pepi, Haji Wright and Josh Sargent for the final spots.
  • Agyemang was in strong form after moving from Charlotte FC last summer, logging 10 league goals for Derby and six in about 14 U.S. caps, including one against Belgium in March.