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Plays full game against Portugal Richards (knee) played the full 90 minutes in Tuesday's 2-0 defeat against Portugal and is fully fit heading back to his club.

Impact Richards had been carefully managed throughout the international break after returning to training earlier in the week, but going the distance against Portugal is the strongest possible confirmation that his knee is no longer a concern. The defender should slot straight back into his starting role with the Eagles heading into the final stretch of the Premier League season, with the World Cup on home soil now just two months away.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

'If Chris Richards Is Available, It's Good': USA Set To Have Its Star Defender vs. Portugal

U.S. center back Chris Richards will be available vs. Portugal, while Johnny Cardoso was sent home with a minor injury.

MARCH 31 • FOX SPORTS

'If Chris Richards Is Available, It's Good': USA Set To Have Its Star Defender vs. Portugal

Chris Richards available for US friendly vs. Portugal but Johnny Cardoso is out

American defender Chris Richards has recovered from a knee injury and says he can play in the United States’ friendly against Portugal on Tuesday but midfielder Johnny Cardoso is h...

MARCH 30 • Associated Press

Trains, possibility for Tuesday Richards (knee) is training with the USMNT and is expected to be an option for Tuesday's friendly against Portugal, according to Steven Goff of Yahoo Sports.

Impact Richards is starting the new week by training, appearing to be working with the rest of his teammates at the USMNT camp. This sets up the defender for a return in their friendly against Portugal, although he is likely to be limited. He is set to be a starter for the team either way come World Cup time, so they may not risk him by playing him too long, especially with two months of the league season remaining.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Richards is dealing with a knee injury and won't play for the USMNT in the friendly match against Belgium on Saturday, manager Mauricio Pochettino revealed during Friday's press co...

Impact Richards won't play against Belgium, but the medical staff will assess him to see if he can face Portugal on Tuesday, March 31. Even if he sits out that game as well, Crystal Palace's medical staff will have plenty of time to assess him since the Eagles won't play until April 10 in the UEFA Conference League quarterfinals.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Gio Reyna Joins Christian Pulisic on USA's Final Pre-World Cup Roster

USA coach Mauricio Pochettino summoned 26 players for March's FIFA World Cup 2026 tuneups against Belgium and Portugal.

MARCH 17 • FOX SPORTS

Gio Reyna Joins Christian Pulisic on USA's Final Pre-World Cup Roster

The 26: Projecting the USA's World Cup Roster With 3 Months To Go

Three months to go before the 2026 World Cup, and we're projecting the USA's 26-man squad.

MARCH 12 • FOX SPORTS

The 26: Projecting the USA's World Cup Roster With 3 Months To Go

Chris Richards: USA 'Not Afraid of Any Fights' Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Chris Richards has proved he can represent the USA admirably with his contributions at the club and the international level.

MARCH 4 • FOX SPORTS

Chris Richards: USA 'Not Afraid of Any Fights' Ahead of 2026 World Cup

The 26: Projecting USA's Roster, Lineup With 100 Days Before World Cup

100 days to go! Projecting who will make the USA's final 26-player squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

MARCH 3 • FOX SPORTS

The 26: Projecting USA's Roster, Lineup With 100 Days Before World Cup

Five clearances in clean sheet Richards recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Wolverhampton.

Impact Richards posted five clearances, one block and one interception to claim his second clean sheet in three games.The game marked the first time in nine starts that he did not record a tackle. During his last four outings, he has tallied five tackles, two interceptions, four blocks and 18 clearances, including a minimum of two clearances in every match.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Pulisic, McKennie, Balogun Up Top: USA's Best World Cup Lineup?

FOX Sports soccer analyst Stu Holden predicts the USA's starting lineup for the World Cup.

FEBRUARY 5 • FOX SPORTS

Pulisic, McKennie, Balogun Up Top: USA's Best World Cup Lineup?

Nets lone goal Richards scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-1 loss versus Chelsea.

Impact Richards recorded the lone goal for Crystal Palace on Sunday, allowing three goals from the defense as well. Since his return from injury, the defender has started two league games in a row, winning four tackles with a goal in two appearances.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea player ratings vs Crystal Palace: Dazzling Estevao Willian & Joao Pedro clip the Eagles' wings as Liam Rosenior's side leapfrog Liverpool in top four race

Chelsea's young Brazilians were the stars of the show on Sunday as the Blues beat Crystal Palace 3-1 at Selhurst Park to move above Liverpoo...

JANUARY 25 • goal

Chelsea player ratings vs Crystal Palace: Dazzling Estevao Willian & Joao Pedro clip the Eagles' wings as Liam Rosenior's side leapfrog Liverpool in top four race

Standout defensive performer Richards recorded four tackles (four won), 11 clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Sunderland. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 17th minute.

Impact Richards led the Crystal Palace defensive effort Saturday with four tackles (four won) and 11 clearances, though they were undone in a 2-1 defeat at Sunderland.The central defender's 90-minute shift was his first Premier League appearance since Dec. after missing four matches due to an ankle injury. Richards has played the full 90 minutes in 17 of his 18 league appearances.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

USA's Lineup at 2026 FIFA World Cup? Alexi Lalas Makes His Predictions

FOX Sports soccer analyst Alexi Lalas has his latest predictions on which players could start for the USA at the 2026 World Cup.

JANUARY 17 • FOX SPORTS

USA's Lineup at 2026 FIFA World Cup? Alexi Lalas Makes His Predictions

U.S. 2026 FIFA World Cup Roster Predictions & American's Abroad | SOTU

U.S. 2026 FIFA World Cup Roster Predictions & American's Abroad | SOTU

JANUARY 15 • FOX SPORTS

Crystal Palace Defender Chris Richards Voted U.S. Soccer Male Player of Year

Chris Richards has been voted the U.S. Soccer Federation Male Player of the Year for 2025.

JANUARY 14 • FOX SPORTS

Crystal Palace Defender Chris Richards Voted U.S. Soccer Male Player of Year

Who Is ... USA Men's National Team Defender Chris Richards?

Alabama-born Chris Richards is the USA's top defender ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But who is Richards off the field?

JANUARY 14 • FOX SPORTS

Who Is ... USA Men's National Team Defender Chris Richards?

The 26: Projecting USA's World Cup Roster and Clearing Up the Backline Debate

How is the USA's World Cup roster shaping up? And what's the actual lineup that coach Mauricio Pochettino has been using?

JANUARY 12 • FOX SPORTS

The 26: Projecting USA's World Cup Roster and Clearing Up the Backline Debate

Gets full 90 in Cup loss Richards played the full 90 in Saturday's FA Cup loss to Macclesfield, supplying 13 clearances and one shot.

Impact Richards stayed on the bench last league match against Aston Villa, but he was healthy enough to go the entire way Saturday. After missing the last couple weeks due to an ankle injury, it looks like he's healthy again and should remain in the XI going forward, especially since the schedule is lightening up a bit as January moves further on.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

6th-tier Macclesfield upsets FA Cup holder Crystal Palace in huge shock. Man City scores 10

The FA Cup has delivered another fairytale result after sixth-tier Macclesfield knocked out titleholder Crystal Palace 2-1 in one of the competition’s greatest upsets

JANUARY 10 • Associated Press

On bench against Aston Villa Richards (ankle) has been included among the substitutes for Wednesday's clash with Aston Villa.

Impact Richards didn't play in the last three Premier League contests due to his ankle issue, but he was a regular starter before that, so he may eventually regain his usual role in the back line. All of Marc Guehi, Maxence Lacroix and Jayydee Canvot are featuring in a back three Wednesday, with the latter the likeliest to make way for Richards eventually.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Option, not ready to start Richards (ankle) is an option for Wednesday's match against Aston Villa but is not yet ready to start, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Let's talk about the good news, Chris...

Impact Richards is finally back from his ankle injury after three games out and is ready for the team sheet, an option to face Villa. However, the defender will be limited, as he is not ready to start and will instead serve off the bench. Either way, this is good news for the defender, as he will likely test his legs before returning to a starting role next contest.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out yet again Richards (ankle) is out for Sunday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Richards was hopeful to return in the next few matches as he deals with an injury, but has yet to heal, as the defender will miss another match. With another quick turnaround into Wednesday's outing against Aston Villa, a return seems unlikely, a rough spell for the defender as the season gets thick with matches.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

USA World Cup 2026 Preview: Best Players, Roster, History

Here's what you need to know about the U.S. men's national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

JANUARY 2 • FOX SPORTS

USA World Cup 2026 Preview: Best Players, Roster, History