Chris Richards could still be replaced in the World Cup squad under FIFA rules until 24 hours before the United States' opening game Credit: Omar Vega / Getty Images via AFP

Coach Mauricio Pochettino on Friday said injured defender Chris Richards will not play in the United States’ friendly against Germany and expressed frustration that the player’s status in the World Cup squad remains in doubt.

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