US Star Christian Pulisic Addresses Injury Concerns After World Cup Opener
Summary
Christian Pulisic played well in the U.S. men's national soccer team's first World Cup game, helping create the first two goals before being taken out in the second half due to a minor calf injury. Coaches called his substitution a precaution, and Pulisic hopes to recover quickly for the next match against Australia.Key Facts
- Christian Pulisic had not scored in nearly six months before scoring in a warmup game on May 31.
- In the World Cup opener against Paraguay, Pulisic did not score but helped cause an own goal and assisted a goal.
- The U.S. led 3-0 at halftime with Pulisic’s significant contributions.
- Pulisic was substituted early in the second half because he was kicked in the calf and felt tight.
- Coaches described the substitution as a precaution to avoid risk.
- Pulisic expressed hope that the injury is minor and expects to be ready soon.
- The USMNT’s next World Cup game is on June 19 against Australia.
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