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Chris Richards Stretchered Off, Hopes for Quick Return

12/28/2025

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Chris Richards, a defender for Crystal Palace and the USMNT, was stretchered off with a foot injury in the Carabao Cup quarterfinal.
Oliver Glasner said the injury may not be severe, noting it required stitches and Richards could face Fulham on January 1.
Richards reassured fans on Instagram that he will return soon.
He missed the 2022 World Cup due to injury and aims to participate in the next tournament.

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Chris Richards, a defender for Crystal Palace and the USMNT, was stretchered off with a foot injury in the Carabao Cup quarterfinal.
Oliver Glasner said the injury may not be severe, noting it required stitches and Richards could face Fulham on January 1.
Richards reassured fans on Instagram that he will return soon.
He missed the 2022 World Cup due to injury and aims to participate in the next tournament.