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Tim Ream defends Christian Pulisic after USMNT's World Cup exit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 1:51 PM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Tim Ream defends Christian Pulisic after USMNT's World Cup exit
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USMNT captain Tim Ream spoke out in defense of teammate Christian Pulisic following the team's 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16. Ream emphasized that all players should share the blame for the loss, which was marked by a string of mistakes. Pulisic faced criticism for his performance in the match but had suffered an injury during the game. Despite the disappointment, Ream highlighted the progress made by the USMNT throughout the tournament, underscoring the resilience of the younger squad members. The team's run in the tournament had generated optimism among supporters nationwide.

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  • •Ream defended Pulisic after the 4-1 loss to Belgium.
  • •Pulisic faced backlash for his performance amid an injury.
  • •Ream noted accountability should be shared among players.
  • •USMNT aimed for quarterfinals but fell short in Seattle.
  • •The team's performance generated optimism before the defeat.
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USMNT captain Tim Ream defended teammate Christian Pulisic following criticism after the team's 4-1 World Cup Round of 16 defeat to Belgium, with Pulisic's performance and injury drawing scrutiny from fans and media

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