Carli Lloyd defends criticism of Christian Pulisic after injury news
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Carli Lloyd has reiterated her criticism of Christian Pulisic despite recent injury updates from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After the USMNT's 4-1 Round of 16 loss to Belgium, Pulisic disclosed he would now have time to rest due to a bone bruise and microfracture, which will sideline him for four to six weeks. Lloyd's comments focus on Pulisic's commitment rather than his physical condition, addressing his decision to rest during prior competitions. This situation highlights concerns over the USMNT’s reliance on Pulisic’s talents and the impact of his absence on the team's depth as they prepare for future competitions.
- •Pulisic suffered a bone bruise and microfracture during the World Cup.
- •Lloyd criticized Pulisic's previous decisions regarding rest and availability.
- •Pulisic is expected to miss four to six weeks of play.
- •The USMNT is focused on preparation for future competitions.
- •Pulisic had one assist during the tournament, ending without a goal.
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"In the moments following the USMNT’s disastrous 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, many notable American soccer pundits laid the blame at the feet of Christian Pulisic. That includes Fox analyst Carli Lloyd, who called him out not just for his lack of leadership in the Round of 16 match but…
"Former United States women’s national team star Carli Lloyd has doubled down on her criticism of Christian Pulisic despite fresh details surrounding the captain’s injury at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following the United States men’s national team’s 4-1 Round…
"Christian Pulisic was bad against Belgium, but Carli Lloyd was off base.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 10, 2026, 12:00 AMCarli Lloyd unmoved following Christian Pulisic injury reveal: ‘I don’t owe anyone an apology’
In the moments following the USMNT’s disastrous 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, many notable American soccer pundits laid the blame at the feet of Christian Pulisic. That includes Fox analyst Carli Lloyd, who called him out not just for his lack of leadership in the Round of 16 match but…
- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 8:28 PMCarli Lloyd refused to apologize to Christian Pulisic while erroneously claiming he rested all year
Christian Pulisic was bad against Belgium, but Carli Lloyd was off base.
- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 5:16 PMCarli Lloyd says she owes Christian Pulisic ‘no apology’ after injury news
Former United States women’s national team star Carli Lloyd has doubled down on her criticism of Christian Pulisic despite fresh details surrounding the captain’s injury at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following the United States men’s national team’s 4-1 Round…
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