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.
- 4:38 AMESPN — Pulisic subbed off at halftime, 'hoping it's nothi...
- 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
"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.
"Here's a look at why the USMNT star was forced out early of their opening match of the World Cup.
"Christian Pulisic was subbed out of the USMNT's World Cup opener vs. Paraguay at the half.
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External links- 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.
- 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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