Christian Pulisic leaves game early but avoids serious injury
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 4:47 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Christian Pulisic exited the USMNT's opening match against Paraguay at halftime on June 13, 2026. Initially feared to have an injury, Pulisic is reported to have been substituted as a precaution, with no significant issues detected. He contributed to a strong first half, assisting a goal during the USA's 4-1 victory. Further assessments on his health are pending ahead of the next match against Australia scheduled for next week.
- •Pulisic subbed off at halftime against Paraguay
- •USA leads at halftime 3-0
- •Pulisic provided an assist in the first half
- •Upcoming match against Australia in one week
- •USMNT secured a 4-1 victory
- 4:47 AMYahoo Sports — USMNT Head Coach Gives Update on Christian Pulisic’s Injury Status
- 3:41 AMYahoo Sports — USMNT handed positive update on Christian Pulisic following early exit
"USA ran over Paraguay on Friday in their World Cup opener, but concern struck when captain and team leader Christian Pulisic left the game early. The post USMNT Head Coach Gives Update on Christian Pulisic’s Injury Status appeared first on LA Sports Report.
"It appears the USMNT forward avoided any injury in the opening match.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 4:47 AMUSMNT Head Coach Gives Update on Christian Pulisic’s Injury Status
USA ran over Paraguay on Friday in their World Cup opener, but concern struck when captain and team leader Christian Pulisic left the game early. The post USMNT Head Coach Gives Update on Christian Pulisic’s Injury Status appeared first on LA Sports Report.
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 3:41 AMUSMNT handed positive update on Christian Pulisic following early exit
It appears the USMNT forward avoided any injury in the opening match.
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