Ricardo Pepi starts for USMNT against Australia in World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:47 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Ricardo Pepi will make his first start for the US Men's National Team against Australia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match is scheduled for 1 p.m. MT/2 p.m. CST on June 19 in Seattle, Washington. Pepi replaces Christian Pulisic, who is unavailable due to a calf injury suffered during the team’s recent 4-1 victory over Paraguay on June 12. This match marks a significant opportunity for Pepi in the tournament.
- •Pepi replaces Pulisic in the starting lineup.
- •Match takes place in Seattle at 1 p.m. MT.
- •Pulisic is out due to a calf injury.
- •USMNT won 4-1 against Paraguay on June 12.
- 5:47 PMYahoo Sports — Ricardo Pepi to start over Christian Pulisic for USMNT vs. Australia
"El Paso native Ricardo Pepi will start for the USMNT against Australia in the 2026 World Cup replacing Christian Pulisic.
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