USMNT Forward Shines for Championship Clan’s Coventry
U.S. international Haji Wright overcame his goal drought to assist Coventry City to a thorough 3-0 Championship victory over Blackburn Rovers on Tuesday night. Nearly two months had passed before the winger scored his first goal; he deftly cut inside a defender before slung the ball past the wrong-footed goalkeeper. With the victory, Coventry moves from the relegation zone to 16th place in the table.
Given incoming USMNT boss Mauricio Pochettino’s announcement of his first team tomorrow, Wright’s goal comes at a pivotal point. Whether Wright is included or not, his timely performance will grab the attention of the American coach and provide more chances for him to wow with forthcoming events.
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Wright was instrumental in Coventry City’s FA Cup adventure last season, enabling them to make an improbable quarterfinal. In total contests, he scored 19 goals and gave six assists; three goals in four starts during the FA Cup. His influence on the team has been significant; with his most recent strike, he hopes to keep leaving his mark both for club and nation.
