"The injury list is getting long, with the likes of AC Milan's Christian Pulisic, Bayer Leverkusen's Malik Tillman and Fulham's Antonee Robinson among those left off gameday rosters for their respective clubs. On top of that, the vast majority of U.S. players who emerged from the international break unscathed found themselves reduced to substitute roles, leaving just a few players to be on the field from the opening whistle."
"Dest's talent is undeniable, but sometimes the U.S. international can't get out of his own way. Following last weekend's 2-1 win against Go Ahead Eagles, one that featured Dest's usual assortment of marauding runs forward, he was all set to play in the Champions League against Napoli, only to show up late to the stadium. Manager Peter Bosz wasn't amused, and removed Dest from the starting lineup. In the grand scheme of things, it looks like Dest won't incur any additional penalties."
Several U.S. men's national team players missed club gamedays because of injuries, including Christian Pulisic, Malik Tillman and Antonee Robinson. Many other Americans returned from the October international window and were used primarily as substitutes, reducing their starting minutes. American players logged increased minutes in UEFA Champions League matches, though not all performances were positive. A weekly countdown will track the player pool's form and fitness ahead of the June 11 World Cup on home soil. Only 232 days remain until the World Cup. Sergi Dest's late arrival cost him a starting spot.
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