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U.S. Team Removes Christian Pulisic from Squad Ahead of Australia Match Due to Calf Injury
Midfielder Christian Pulisic will miss the U.S. men's national team match against Australia after sustaining a calf injury during training. Ricardo Pepi replaces him in the starting lineup.
Jun 19, 1:30 PM·1m read6 sources
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U.S. men's national team squad ahead of its match against Australia due to a calf injury. Team officials confirmed the removal in an announcement that provided no timeline for his return.
The calf issue surfaced during recent training sessions. Medical staff assessed the player and determined he would not be fit to participate. Ricardo Pepi slots in for Christian Pulisic in the USMNT starters against Australia.
Ricardo Pepi replaces Christian Pulisic in the starting lineup against Australia.
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