US Soccer Fan's Heartbreak: Patrick Agyemang's Achilles Tear

0:00Bad news out of England for U.S. soccer fans. Patrick Ageemang, the 25-year-old forward from East Hartford, tore his Achilles tendon and will miss the home world cup this summer across. The U.S., Canada, and Mexico. It happened Monday during Derby County's two-nothing win over Stoke and England's second tier. A guy-mang landed awkwardly, got stretched off with his right leg strapped, and Derby confirmed Tuesday he'd sit out the tournament with no clear. Recovery timeline yet. He was gutted on the field, clearly emotional about the blow. This guy has been on fire for Derby with a team-high 10 goals since joining last summer from Charlotte and Major League Soccer, pushing them toward. Premier League promotion. Ageemang built his game at East Hartford High, Eastern Connecticut State, and the University of Rhode Island before the MLS Superdraft picked him. First round in 2023. Just last international break, he subbed in for the U.S., scored against Belgium despite the loss, and saw time versus Portugal. Derby's got more tests lined up for him today, with updates coming soon. Rough timing

1:05for a kid chasing the big stage, but the soccer world's watching his comeback. Stay informed with Hartford News today. AI-powered updates.