Haji Wright: Coventry City striker included in USA World Cup squad

Coventry City striker Haji Wright has been included in the USA squad for this summer’s World Cup which starts on 11 June.

The 28-year-old scored 20 goals in all competitions for the Sky Blues this season as they won the Championship title and promotion to the Premier League.

Wright scored on his senior debut for the USA in a 3-0 friendly win over Morocco in June 2022 and has netted a further six goals in his 19 subsequent appearances.

The USA are the tournament’s joint hosts, along with Canada and Mexico, and are in Group D with Paraguay, Australia and Turkey.