Josh Sargent, the American forward, continues his excellent scoring form for Norwich City, netting twice in their 4-1 victory against Stoke City. This strong performance marks his third consecutive season with double-digit goals. Sargent’s consistent scoring comes at a crucial time as he aims to rejoin the United States men’s national team, especially with the upcoming Concacaf Nations League.
Currently, Sargent has scored 11 goals and provided five assists in the Championship, helping Norwich City in their push for promotion playoff spots. His effective partnership with Borja Sainz has been key to his success as the team’s main striker. While he’s excelling at the club level, Sargent’s next goal is to become a regular starter for the USMNT. Despite being with the national team for friendlies in October, his playing time was limited at the Copa America last summer.
Speaking after Saturday’s game, Sargent expressed his satisfaction with his current form, stating, “The numbers are looking good at the moment, so I’m happy.”
He also mentioned his high personal expectations for the season, aiming to be a top scorer, but acknowledged a setback due to injury. However, he is pleased with his recovery and is focused on maintaining his current momentum.
Past injuries have unfortunately interrupted Sargent’s opportunities with the national team since the 2022 World Cup. Now, as March approaches, Sargent is healthy while other USMNT forwards like Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi are currently injured.
Sargent emphasized his desire to return to the national team, saying, “Of course, I want to get back with the guys and be with the national team any chance I get to be back there. I want to take my opportunity to finally get going with them and score some goals.”
His playing style, particularly his link-up play with Sainz at Norwich, could translate well with Christian Pulisic in the USMNT setup. His work rate and defensive contributions also make him a valuable asset.
This period is crucial for Sargent. Performing well now could solidify his position as a starting forward for the USMNT in the 2026 World Cup. He needs to seize this opportunity to impress and make a lasting impact on the national team.
