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Pulisic hopeful to play for U.S. in group stage finale against Türkiye

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 8:00 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Pulisic hopeful to play for U.S. in group stage finale against Türkiye

Summary

Christian Pulisic expressed his readiness to take the field for the United States men's national team in their group stage finale against Türkiye on Thursday. The attacker indicated that he is likely not fit enough to play the full 90 minutes. This match is crucial for the team as they look to secure their position in the tournament. Coach and team staff will monitor his condition leading up to kickoff.

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Key Details

•Pulisic is ready but may not play a full match.
•U.S. faces Türkiye in a group stage finale on Thursday.
•Team's advancement in the tournament depends on this match.
•Pulisic's fitness is being evaluated by coaching staff.

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8:46 PMESPN — Pulisic ready, 'hoping to play' for U.S. vs. Türki...

What they're saying

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United States men's national team attacker Christian Pulisic said he's ready to play in the USMNT's group stage finale on Thursday, but added he's "probably not ready" to play 90 minutes.
— ESPNby Jeff Carlisle

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