Christian Pulisic subbed out at halftime of USA vs. Paraguay World Cup match
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Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Christian Pulisic was substituted at halftime during the United States Men's National Team's World Cup opener against Paraguay on June 12, 2026. The USMNT led 3-0 at the break, and Pulisic's exit sparked confusion among fans, though he reportedly indicated he was fine afterward. Pulisic's substitution remains unexplained, with manager Mauricio Pochettino expected to address the situation post-game. Sebastian Berhalter came on for Pulisic and is set to contribute for the remainder of the match.
- •Pulisic was substituted for Sebastian Berhalter at halftime.
- •The USMNT led Paraguay 3-0 at the break.
- •There was no apparent injury to Pulisic before he left the game.
- •Pochettino will provide updates on Pulisic's condition after the match.
- •Pulisic was involved in the first goal, contributing to an own goal by Paraguay.
- 5:19 AMYahoo Sports — Christian Pulisic reveals concerning reason he only played 45 minutes in USA’s 4-1 rout of Paraguay
- 4:38 AMESPN — Pulisic subbed off at halftime, 'hoping it's nothi...
- 4:24 AMNew York Post — Christian Pulisic reveals what led to surprise second-half benching in USMNT opener - New York Post
- 3:25 AMCBS Sports — World Cup 2026: USMNT's Christian Pulisic subbed at halftime of historic win over Paraguay
- 2:34 AMYahoo Sports — Why did Mauricio Pochettino sub Christian Pulisic off at half? USMNT star only plays 45 minutes vs, Paraguay
- 2:17 AMYahoo Sports — Christian Pulisic subbed out of USA World Cup opener vs. Paraguay
"Christian Pulisic played only the first half of USA’s 4-1 win against Paraguay in the opening game of their World Cup 2026 campaign. During his post-match interview, he revealed he had suffered a knock, which is why he left the…
"After coming off at halftime of the U.S. men’s national team’s 4-1 win over Paraguay to open the World Cup, superstar attacker Christian Pulisic said he expects to be fine.
"United States winger Christian Pulisic was substituted at halftime of his team's World Cup opener against Paraguay on Friday, with the Americans leading 3-0 at the break.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 5:19 AMChristian Pulisic reveals concerning reason he only played 45 minutes in USA’s 4-1 rout of Paraguay
Christian Pulisic played only the first half of USA’s 4-1 win against Paraguay in the opening game of their World Cup 2026 campaign. During his post-match interview, he revealed he had suffered a knock, which is why he left the…
- ESPNJun 13, 2026, 4:38 AMPulisic subbed off at halftime, 'hoping it's nothi...
United States winger Christian Pulisic was substituted at halftime of his team's World Cup opener against Paraguay on Friday, with the Americans leading 3-0 at the break.
- New York PostJun 13, 2026, 4:24 AMChristian Pulisic reveals what led to surprise second-half benching in USMNT opener - New York Post
After coming off at halftime of the U.S. men’s national team’s 4-1 win over Paraguay to open the World Cup, superstar attacker Christian Pulisic said he expects to be fine.
- CBS SportsJun 13, 2026, 3:25 AMWorld Cup 2026: USMNT's Christian Pulisic subbed at halftime of historic win over Paraguay
Pulisic dished out an assist before he was removed at halftime as a precaution
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 2:34 AMWhy did Mauricio Pochettino sub Christian Pulisic off at half? USMNT star only plays 45 minutes vs, Paraguay
Here's a look at why the USMNT star was forced out early of their opening match of the World Cup.
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 2:17 AMChristian Pulisic subbed out of USA World Cup opener vs. Paraguay
Christian Pulisic was subbed out of the USMNT's World Cup opener vs. Paraguay at the half.
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