Dest Returns, Boosts US Men's World Cup Hopes

Dest Returns, Boosts US Men's World Cup Hopes

From MLS News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! by The Daily News Now!

May 3, 2026 · 2 min

About this episode

Sergiño Dest's return to the U.S. men's national team boosts morale ahead of the World Cup.

Sergiño Dest returns to the U.S. mens national team after a hamstring injury, boosting morale ahead of the World Cup. The defender, who missed key friendlies against Belgium and Portugal, will compete with Tim Weah and Alex Freeman for the starting spot at right wingback. Pochettino has two final tune-ups against Senegal and Germany before the tournament begins, providing Dest with an opportunity to regain form and help the coach finalize his lineup. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7adf91b9d8214493

Topics covered

  • US Men's National Team
  • World Cup
  • Sergiño Dest
  • soccer injuries
  • team morale
  • right wingback competition

Keywords

  • Sergiño Dest
  • US Men's National Team
  • World Cup
  • soccer
  • right wingback
  • Pochettino
  • injury recovery

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