U.S. soccer’s Christian Pulisic ruled out for World Cup match vs. Australia
News Article Published Jun 19, 2026 at 02:49 PM EDT By Andrew McCarty In a comment to reporters on Thursday, just 24 hours before a group stage game against…
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News Article Published Jun 19, 2026 at 03:34 PM EDT By Alex Brasky The United States Men's National Team revealed some disappointing news entering Friday's Group D matchup with Australia , with attacking midfielder Christian Pulisic declared out of the Americans' second game of the tournament. The U.S. took a 1-0 lead in the 11th minute after a run down the left sideline by Folarin Balogun , who scored two goals in the 4-1 victory over Paraguay on June 12. Currently playing his club soccer for Italian giants AC Milan, Pulisic completed 18 of his 22 passes, created two chances, had four successful dribbles, made two tackles, drew a foul and won seven ground duels in just 45 minutes.
Furthermore, The last time the Americans won by a three-goal margin was in 1930 during wins over Belgium and, you guessed it, Paraguay. The last time the Americans served as World Cup hosts in 1994, they advanced by being one of the best third-place teams. Pochettino said the Hershey, Penn., native has put in “massive effort” to be available against Australia, and added Pulisic will almost certainly be available for the Americans’ final group-stage game.
In addition, Just as the USMNT were gearing up to begin their second FIFA World Cup group-stage fixture against Australia, a sudden and unexpected setback emerged from inside the camp only moments before kickoff. Pulisic had been instrumental in the team’s opening win over Paraguay, providing an assist and playing a key role in forcing an own goal, helping drive the USMNT’s dominant performance.
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News Article Published Jun 19, 2026 at 03:34 PM EDT By Alex Brasky The United States Men's National Team revealed some disappointing news entering Friday's Group D matchup with Australia , with attacking midfielder Christian Pulisic declared out of the Americans' second game of the tournament.
according to NewsweekThe U.S. took a 1-0 lead in the 11th minute after a run down the left sideline by Folarin Balogun , who scored two goals in the 4-1 victory over Paraguay on June 12.
according to The IndependentCurrently playing his club soccer for Italian giants AC Milan, Pulisic completed 18 of his 22 passes, created two chances, had four successful dribbles, made two tackles, drew a foul and won seven ground duels in just 45 minutes.
according to The Seattle TimesThe last time the Americans won by a three-goal margin was in 1930 during wins over Belgium and, you guessed it, Paraguay.
according to NewsweekThe last time the Americans served as World Cup hosts in 1994, they advanced by being one of the best third-place teams.
according to The IndependentPochettino said the Hershey, Penn., native has put in “massive effort” to be available against Australia, and added Pulisic will almost certainly be available for the Americans’ final group-stage game.
according to The Seattle TimesJust as the USMNT were gearing up to begin their second FIFA World Cup group-stage fixture against Australia, a sudden and unexpected setback emerged from inside the camp only moments before kickoff.
according to Hindustan TimesPulisic had been instrumental in the team’s opening win over Paraguay, providing an assist and playing a key role in forcing an own goal, helping drive the USMNT’s dominant performance.
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