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Christian Pulisic questionable for USA vs. Australia with calf injury, Mauricio Pochettino says

Christian Pulisic’s participation in the USMNT match against Australia is in doubt following a calf injury.

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🇬🇧 English Jun 19, 04:07 UTC
🇫🇷 French Jun 19, 12:04 UTC · Foot Mercato

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📍 How it ended

Christian Pulisic was ruled out of the United States' World Cup game against Australia due to a lingering calf injury. Ricardo Pepi started for the team as the replacement for the sidelined star.

Coverage noted that Pulisic's absence highlighted the team's adaptability rather than exposing any weaknesses.

Epilogue added 42d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

Christian Pulisic is questionable for the upcoming World Cup match between the United States and Australia due to a calf injury. Mauricio Pochettino has addressed the injury status ahead of the team's scheduled game in Seattle. Coverage from outlets including The New York Times, Reuters, and NPR emphasizes the uncertainty surrounding Pulisic’s availability for the Group D battle.

Yahoo Sports, USA Today, and U.S. Soccer also report that the team is preparing for the possibility of playing without him. Future reports will clarify if Pulisic is cleared for the lineup.

The status of his recovery remains the primary focus as the match approaches.

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Quick answers

Why is Christian Pulisic's status uncertain?

He is dealing with a calf injury.

Which team is the USA scheduled to play?

The team is scheduled to play Australia.

Where is the match taking place?

The match is set to occur in Seattle.

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Christian Pulisic USMNT World Cup Mauricio Pochettino Australia

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