The last time that United States Men’s National Team fans saw Schalke 04 utility man Weston McKennie dress in the red, white, and blue, the Texan suffered what looked to be a severe ankle sprain against Ecuador in a friendly on March 21st. Diagnosed as a ruptured left ankle ligament, there was concern that the 20-year-old might miss significant time with Schalke, leaving his participation in the upcoming Gold Cup in question.
McKennie however, was back on the field for the Gelsenkirchen club a month later, helping Schalke avoid an embarrassing relegation from the Bundesliga.