Will Christian Pulisic Be Ready for the 2026 World Cup?
Summary
The U.S. men's national soccer team will start the 2026 World Cup against Paraguay at home in California on June 12. Christian Pulisic, a key player for the team, has faced injuries and recent poor form, raising questions about his readiness for the tournament.Key Facts
- The U.S. men's national team (USMNT) will play Paraguay at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026, to start the World Cup.
- ESPN does not rank the U.S. team among the top 15 teams in the world.
- Christian Pulisic is seen as a leading player and was nicknamed "Captain America."
- The USMNT did not qualify for the 2018 World Cup and lost in the Round of 16 in 2022.
- The team has had low morale after poor performances in international friendlies in late March.
- Pulisic missed a recent match due to a glute injury but is expected to recover from a lower back injury soon.
- He has not scored a goal in 2024 for either his club AC Milan or the USMNT, with his last goal scored on December 28, 2023.
- The USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino will announce the 26-man World Cup roster on May 26, and Pulisic is expected to be included.
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