Ricardo Pepi replaces injured Christian Pulisic for USMNT against Australia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Ricardo Pepi has been named to start for the USMNT in place of the injured Christian Pulisic in an upcoming match against Australia as part of the 2026 World Cup. Pepi, currently with PSV Eindhoven, was scouted at age 13 by FC Dallas, which marked the beginning of his promising career. He made his professional debut with a hat trick for North Texas FC in 2019 and has since played for several clubs. His selection underscores the confidence the team has in his readiness for crucial international play.
- •Pepi will start against Australia due to Pulisic's calf injury.
- •He was scouted by FC Dallas at age 13.
- •Pepi debuted professionally with a hat trick in 2019.
- •He has played for clubs including FC Augsburg and Groningen.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Ricardo Pepi, Christian Pulisic's replacement, was scouted by a pro club at age 13
"As Ricardo Pepi prepares to replace an injured Christian Pulisic vs. Australia, the USMNT striker's rapid rise began when he was scouted at age 13.
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