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Pulisic subbed off for precaution in USMNT World Cup opener against Paraguay

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Pulisic subbed off for precaution in USMNT World Cup opener against Paraguay

Summary

Christian Pulisic left the field during halftime in the USMNT's World Cup opener against Paraguay on June 12, 2026. The substitution occurred after Pulisic sustained a knock, with his coach Mauricio Pochettino indicating that the star could not walk at the end of the first half. The USMNT was ahead 3-0 at that time, ultimately winning 4-1. Pulisic expressed optimism regarding the injury, indicating he hopes it is not serious. The team is scheduled to face Australia on June 19.

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•Pulisic subbed off at halftime after receiving a kick.
•USMNT led Paraguay 3-0 at halftime, winning 4-1.
•Pochettino hopes Pulisic will be available for the next game.
•USMNT plays Australia on June 19.

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8:10 AMYahoo Sports — Official Pulisic injury updates as Milan star subbed off in USMNT World Cup opener

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USMNT star Christian Pulisic insists he was subbed off against Paraguay as a precaution, and even if coach Mauricio Pochettino hopes ‘it’s not a big issue’, he also admits the Milan star ‘coul...
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Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 8:10 AM
Official Pulisic injury updates as Milan star subbed off in USMNT World Cup opener
USMNT star Christian Pulisic insists he was subbed off against Paraguay as a precaution, and even if coach Mauricio Pochettino hopes ‘it’s not a big issue’, he also admits the Milan star ‘coul...

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