""Tyler has torn his MCL so he will definitely be out for some time," Iraola said. "From our previous experience with MCL injuries, it is normally around two or three months. "It's a big blow because he is an important player for us. Straight away, when you see the mechanism of the injury and the action itself we felt it could be something serious.""
"Adams' injury is also a potential blow for the U.S. team ahead of next year's World Cup. Adams has had lengthy injury layoffs in recent seasons and underwent back surgery last year. But he has been a near ever-present for Bournemouth this term. Adams captained the United States at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Mauricio Pochettino's side has four friendlies remaining before it begins its 2026 World Cup campaign against Paraguay at SoFi stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 12."
Tyler Adams tore a medial collateral ligament and is expected to be sidelined for about two to three months. The injury occurred in the opening minutes of Bournemouth's Premier League draw against Manchester United. Bournemouth coach Andoni Iraola described the injury as serious and a big blow given Adams' importance to the team. Adams has had previous lengthy injury layoffs and underwent back surgery last year but had been a near ever-present for Bournemouth this season. The injury also poses a potential setback for the United States ahead of its 2026 World Cup campaign, which includes several pre-tournament friendlies.
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