NYCFC midfielder James Sands has had surgery for a severe right ankle injury that also involved a fractured fibula and a torn medial collateral ligament. The injury occurred while Sands was on loan at St. Pauli in the Bundesliga during a match against Freiburg. NYCFC expressed their support for Sands in his recovery, highlighting his contributions to the team over the years. Sands had aspirations of participating in the upcoming 2026 World Cup and remains under contract with NYCFC until 2028.
Sands, 24, has been on loan to Bundesliga side St. Pauli since January, and the injury occurred in a 1-0 loss to Freiburg on Saturday. Sands fell on his right ankle during injury time and was unable to walk on his own.
Sands is signed with NYCFC through 2028 but was sent on loan through June with an option for an extension. Sands has 13 caps with USMNT and had hopes of being part of the 2026 World Cup.
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