Christian Pulisic suffers leg fracture in US loss to Belgium

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.

• 7:28 PMBBC Football — US confirm Pulisic leg fracture in defeat by Belgium