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USMNT coach discusses Christian Pulisic’s struggles ahead of World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 3:32 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

USMNT coach discusses Christian Pulisic’s struggles ahead of World Cup

Summary

The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts on Thursday, with the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) facing Paraguay in Group D play soon after. Leading up to the tournament, concerns have emerged regarding the performance of key players, particularly Christian Pulisic, who struggled with a five-month goal drought before scoring in a recent match against Senegal. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino acknowledged Pulisic's difficult season with AC Milan but expressed faith in his abilities and importance to the team. Following Paraguay, the USMNT has upcoming matches against Australia and Turkey in the group stage.

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By the Numbers

•USWNT opens World Cup play against Paraguay on Saturday
•Pulisic ended a five-month goal drought recently
•Pochettino remains confident in Pulisic's abilities
•Upcoming matches include Australia and Turkey

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3:32 PMYahoo Sports — ‘No it’s true’: USMNT head coach does not mince words on Christian Pulisic’s struggles

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially begins on Thursday, and expectations are high for the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT), as it hosts the extraordinary event alongside Canada and Mexico. Unfortunately for the United States, confidence amongst fans isn’t exactly sky-high, with many of the squad’s key players struggling in their matches leading up…
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