Chris Richards Declares Fit for USMNT World Cup Opener Against Paraguay

The USMNT has received a major boost ahead of their World Cup group stage opener against Paraguay on Friday. Central defender Chris Richards, who has been nursing an ankle injury, has declared himself fully fit and ready to feature in the crucial fixture. Richards' return is a significant boost for head coach Gregg Berhalter, as the defender is expected to anchor the backline against a dangerous Paraguay attack.

Richards, who plies his trade at Crystal Palace, has been integral to the USMNT's d...