USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams made his long-awaited return from injury on Saturday, contributing to Bournemouth’s hard-fought 1-1 draw against Aston Villa in the English Premier League.
Adams, who previously captained the United States during the 2022 World Cup, entered the match as a substitute in the 81st minute at Villa Park. His comeback follows a challenging recovery period after back surgery in late July.
At the time of Adams’ substitution, Bournemouth was trailing 1-0. However, the team rallied to secure a draw, thanks to Evanilson’s dramatic equalizer in the sixth minute of added time.
Last season was particularly tough for Adams, who faced injury setbacks that limited him to just four appearances for Bournemouth due to hamstring and back issues. Although he was included in the squad for Bournemouth’s victory over Arsenal last week, he did not see playing time.
The return of the 25-year-old midfielder is promising for U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino, especially with the upcoming two-leg CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal against Jamaica on the horizon. Adams’ experience and skill could be pivotal as the team looks to advance in the tournament.
