In constructing his U.S. national team roster for the approaching World Cup qualifiers, Jurgen Klinsmann retained most of the group that propelled the squad to the Copa America Centenario semifinals this summer.
He also had to make adjustments because of injuries to two regulars – Clint Dempsey and Gyasi Zardes – and invited three young players to gain training camp experience.
Colorado Rapids midfielder Jermaine Jones received a spot despite being sidelined since July 4 with a knee injury. Klinsmann wants to evaluate him first-hand. “We will take it one day at a time with him,” Klinsmann said.