American midfielder Tyler Adams returns from groin injury

LEIPZIG, Germany (AP) — American midfielder Tyler Adams returned from injury to make his first appearance of the season for Leipzig on Saturday.

Adams, who suffered a groin injury in the German Cup final loss to Bayern Munich on May 25, was named in Leipzig’s starting 11 for its home game against Augsburg.

Leipzig, leading on goal difference from Borussia Mönchengladbach, is bidding to claim the unofficial title of “autumn champion” for the team atop the Bundesliga at the halfway stage. Gladbach was playing at Hertha Berlin later.

It is Adams’ 12th Bundesliga appearance since switching from the New York Red Bulls in January. He also has two German Cup appearances for Leipzig.

Adams has one goal in 10 appearances for the United States after making his debut in a 1-1 draw with European champion Portugal on Nov. 14, 2017. He became the first player born in 1999 to play for the national team.