Pepi Injury Raises Alarm for USMNT Ahead of Packed September Schedule
A nightmare scenario for USMNT fans unfolded when Ricardo Pepi walked off the pitch after just eight minutes of Sunday's Eredivisie match against FC Twente. The PSV Eindhoven striker had signaled for a substitution, leaving his teammates and coaches worried about the nature of his injury.
No official diagnosis has been released by PSV's medical staff, but coach Mauricio Pochettino is closely monitoring Pepi's situation over the next 48-72 hours. The team's attacking options are already limited with Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun unavailable for the upcoming friendlies.
Pepi has a history of injuries, having suffered a broken forearm in January 2026 that kept him out for approximately two months. His current situation is uncertain, but PSV's medical staff will play a crucial role in determining his recovery timeline.