IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — Christian Pulisic once again trained alone Tuesday during the U.S. team’s game. world cup Practice session during rehabilitation of calf injury.
A team spokesperson said Pulisic “has been productive every day” for two consecutive days of individual training while his teammates practiced at the U.S. training base in Orange County. The Americans’ next game is against Australia in Seattle on Friday.
Pulisic was limited to playing half of the games. USA wins 4-1 in World Cup opener It took place last Friday against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
AC Milan’s forward had a great performance First match of second World Cup. He assisted Folarin Balogun’s opening goal, relentlessly penetrating the left side of the U.S. attack and making plays that led to Paraguay’s own goal.
Pulisic was kicked in the back of his left calf during training last week and was removed from the win against Paraguay at half-time due to stiffness. After the highest-scoring first half in a World Cup game, the United States already led 3-0.
Manager Mauricio Pochettino said the decision to cut Pulisic’s minutes was a precautionary one.
“I think I’ll be fine for a few more days,” Pulisic said after the game. “It’s just the soles of my feet and calves. I’m staying positive. I don’t think it’s anything.”
After traveling to Seattle, the Americans will return to Inglewood on June 25 to finish group play against Türkiye.
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