Christian Pulisic suffers leg fracture in US loss to Belgium
BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 7:28 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Christian Pulisic fractured his leg during the United States' 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the World Cup last 16, confirmed by US Soccer. Pulisic was substituted in the 59th minute after appearing to injure himself while attempting a shot. He has been diagnosed with a microfracture and bone bruise in his right leg. The organization is working with his club, AC Milan, on a recovery plan. Pulisic's early exit has drawn criticism, and while no return date was set, reports indicate he will miss several weeks but not months.
- •Pulisic suffered the injury during the match against Belgium on July 9.
- •Substituted in the 59th minute after Belgium's third goal.
- •US eliminated from the World Cup with this defeat, their heaviest in 36 years.
- •Recovery plan will involve collaboration between US Soccer and AC Milan.
- •Pulisic is expected to be sidelined for several weeks.
- 7:28 PMBBC Football — US confirm Pulisic leg fracture in defeat by Belgium
"The United States confirm that forward Christian Pulisic fractured his leg during his side's 4-1 defeat by Belgium in the World Cup last 16.
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