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Though the U.S. men's national team put together a near-perfect performance in its World Cup-opening win against Paraguay on Friday, the USMNT did have an injury concern with its biggest star.
Christian Pulisic was subbed off at halftime despite his lively play throughout the opening 45 minutes. After the match, both head coach Mauricio Pochettino and Pulisic tried frame the substitution decision as precautionary. Pulisic said he was kicked in the back of the calf and hoped to be ready for the Australia match on Friday.
On Monday, we got another update on the USMNT star's recovery as the second group match loomed in a few days.
According to The Athletic, Pulisic participated in a modified training session on Monday. And though he wasn't involved in the full practice session, he'll likely ramp up his activity over the next couple of days.
Tyler Adams also told reporters on Monday that Pulisic will be fine. Pochettino added that Pulisic is "good."
Given that the AC Milan winger isn't being held out of training entirely, fans should probably expect to see Pulisic in the lineup for Friday's match in Seattle. But it remains a story to monitor, especially after the Socceroos' upset win over Turkey.
This article originally appeared on For The Win: Christian Pulisic injury update: Will USMNT star be back for Australia World Cup game?
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Christian Pulisic was subbed off at halftime despite his lively play throughout the opening 45 minutes. After the match, both head coach Mauricio Pochettino and Pulisic tried frame the substitution decision as precautionary. Pulisic said he was kicked in the back of the calf and hoped to be ready for the Australia match on Friday.
On Monday, we got another update on the USMNT star's recovery as the second group match loomed in a few days.
Will Christian Pulisic play on Friday?
According to The Athletic, Pulisic participated in a modified training session on Monday. And though he wasn't involved in the full practice session, he'll likely ramp up his activity over the next couple of days.
Tyler Adams also told reporters on Monday that Pulisic will be fine. Pochettino added that Pulisic is "good."
Given that the AC Milan winger isn't being held out of training entirely, fans should probably expect to see Pulisic in the lineup for Friday's match in Seattle. But it remains a story to monitor, especially after the Socceroos' upset win over Turkey.
This article originally appeared on For The Win: Christian Pulisic injury update: Will USMNT star be back for Australia World Cup game?
Continue reading...
