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McKennie to start for Juventus against Napoli after being kicked out of USMNT squad

Massimiliano Allegri has confirmed the midfielder will be in the starting XI for the weekend Serie A clash

Weston McKennie will return to the Juventus starting XI for the match against Napoli on Saturday despite being kicked out of the United States squad this week.

The midfielder was dropped from the team before the World Cup qualifying clash with Honduras for violating Covid-19 protocol.

McKennie apologised for the violation but was warned by USMNT hero Landon Donovan that he risks ruining his future with his country.

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