Haji Wright's Hat-Trick Lifts Coventry into Playoffs

Haji Wright marked his return from a four-month ankle injury with a hat-trick, leading Coventry City to a 3-0 victory over Sunderland in the English Championship. Wright, originally from Los Angeles, scored his first English football hat-trick, which came after converting a penalty and netting his 10th goal of the season. Despite his impressive performance, Wright was not selected for the USMNT's upcoming CONCACAF Nations League matches due to his recent return to fitness. Mauricio Pochettino, dealing with a shortage of forwards, must rely on alternatives like Josh Sargent, as other strikers like Ricardo Pepi and Folarin Balogun are also unavailable due to injuries. Wright's performance, however, highlights his potential and could influence future selections. Coventry's win propelled them back into the playoff positions, highlighting Wright's critical role in their campaign.