Christian Pulisic out for 3-6 weeks with microfracture after World Cup
The Guardian Sport • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 2:40 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Christian Pulisic of AC Milan and the USMNT will miss 3-6 weeks due to a microfracture sustained during the World Cup. The injury, which Pulisic suffered in the Round of 16 defeat to Belgium, includes bone bruising of the tibia and fibula. Following scans, reports indicate this absence may allow Pulisic to resume training ahead of the Serie A season starting August 23 against Torino. Pulisic, who struggled with form and injuries prior to the tournament, has not scored for Milan since December 2023.
- •Pulisic out for 3-6 weeks with microfracture.
- •Injury occurred during Round of 16 against Belgium.
- •Milan begins Serie A season on August 23.
- •Pulisic hasn't scored for Milan since December.
- •Concerns raised over long-term absence.
- 5:31 PMThe Guardian Sport — Christian Pulisic suffered leg fracture in US loss to Belgium, out for several weeks
- 5:31 PMYahoo Sports — Christian Pulisic suffered leg fracture in US loss to Belgium, out for several weeks
- 4:27 PMESPN — Sources: Pulisic has microfracture, bone bruise
- 2:40 PMYahoo Sports — Report Pulisic out for 3-6 weeks with microfracture after World Cup
"Milan forward was subbed out in a 4-1 loss Pulisic had been criticized for his lack of availability Christian Pulisic suffered a microfracture and bone bruise in his leg in the United States’ 4-1 loss to Belgium in the World Cup last 16 on Monday, US Soccer announced. Pulisic suffered the injury in the second half in Seattle and was removed shortly afterward. He underwent X-ray and MRI scans on Tuesday to determine the extent of the injury, which is expected to keep Pulisic out for several weeks. US Soccer said the federation and Milan are working collaboratively on his rehab plan. Continue reading...
"Christian Pulisic suffered a microfracture and bone bruise in his leg in the United States’ 4-1 loss to Belgium in the World Cup last 16 on Monday, US Soccer announced. US Soccer said the federation and Milan are working collaboratively on his rehab plan. In the wake of the US’s disastrous exit from the World Cup, some pundits seized upon comments he made to journalists after the match regarding the injury.
"Milan and USMNT star Christian Pulisic will be out of action for circa six weeks after scans confirmed he suffered a microfracture during the World Cup.MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 11: Christian Pulisic of ...
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External links- The Guardian SportJul 9, 2026, 5:31 PMChristian Pulisic suffered leg fracture in US loss to Belgium, out for several weeks
Milan forward was subbed out in a 4-1 loss Pulisic had been criticized for his lack of availability Christian Pulisic suffered a microfracture and bone bruise in his leg in the United States’ 4-1 loss to Belgium in the World Cup last 16 on Monday, US Soccer announced. Pulisic suffered the injury in the second half in Seattle and was removed shortly afterward. He underwent X-ray and MRI scans on Tuesday to determine the extent of the injury, which is expected to keep Pulisic out for several weeks. US Soccer said the federation and Milan are working collaboratively on his rehab plan. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 5:31 PMChristian Pulisic suffered leg fracture in US loss to Belgium, out for several weeks
Christian Pulisic suffered a microfracture and bone bruise in his leg in the United States’ 4-1 loss to Belgium in the World Cup last 16 on Monday, US Soccer announced. US Soccer said the federation and Milan are working collaboratively on his rehab plan. In the wake of the US’s disastrous exit from the World Cup, some pundits seized upon comments he made to journalists after the match regarding the injury.
- ESPNJul 9, 2026, 4:27 PMSources: Pulisic has microfracture, bone bruise
United States international and AC Milan attacker Christian Pulisic sustained a bone bruise and microfracture in his lower leg and will be sidelined for several weeks, sources confirmed to ESPN.
- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 2:40 PMReport Pulisic out for 3-6 weeks with microfracture after World Cup
Milan and USMNT star Christian Pulisic will be out of action for circa six weeks after scans confirmed he suffered a microfracture during the World Cup.MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 11: Christian Pulisic of ...
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