Gio Reyna's injury forces a change in the USMNT roster, with Jack McGlynn taking his place. The team faces Haiti in the quarterfinals on November 14.
I'm worried about Gio Reyna's injury - he was having an incredible run with the USMNT, starting all four victories and vindicating Mauricio Pochettino's long-held belief in him. Now, he's out due to a knock to the thigh during Strasbourg's loss to Toulouse.
Reyna Out: McGlynn Steps In for Crucial Quarterfinal Match
Gio Reyna was withdrawn from the USMNT's roster due to injury on Saturday. Jack McGlynn has been named as his replacement.
McGlynn's Credentials
Jack McGlynn, a native of Middle Village, has 13 USMNT caps with two goals and two assists under his belt. He's also scored in three consecutive games, including a 2-1 win over Portsmouth on Saturday.
Reynas Injury Leaves USMNT Scrambling for Answers
Gio Reyna's injury is a major blow for the USMNT, especially considering his impressive form with Strasbourg and the national team. He was starting every week and performing well, including scoring the only goal in Strasbourg's 3-1 defeat on Nov. 6.
The USMNT will face Haiti in the first leg of the quarterfinals on Saturday, November 14, at Nu Stadium in Miami, Florida, followed by the second leg on Tuesday, November 17 at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. The squad has already had to make another roster change earlier this week, replacing center back George Campbell with Mark McKenzie.
Reyna was a standout performer in the September/October USMNT camp, starting all four victories and vindicating Mauricio Pochettino's long-held belief in him. His injury came after he netted Strasbourg's only goal in the 67th minute of their 3-1 defeat on Nov. 6.
McGlynn has experience playing both on the right wing and in central midfield for Stoke in the English Championship, but it remains to be seen how he will perform in Reyna's place.
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