USMNT’s Sands sidelined for the remainder of the season due to ankle injury, uncertain for World Cup participation.

United States international James Sands’ aspirations for the World Cup are at risk following a left ankle injury that has sidelined him for the remainder of the Bundesliga season.

Sands is set to undergo ankle surgery on Friday in Munich, as confirmed by his club, St. Pauli.

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St. Pauli did not provide a timeline for the potential return of the 25-year-old midfielder.

The injury occurred following a foul during a match against Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday. The full severity of the injury was not disclosed until several days later after examinations.

Sands has made 14 appearances for the United States since 2021, with his most recent match being a starting role in a friendly victory over Australia last October.

The U.S. is co-hosting the World Cup with Canada and Mexico, with its first match scheduled for June 12 against Paraguay.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.