USMNT Star Pulisic Exits Belgium Match with Apparent Lower-Body Injury

U.S. Men’s National Team captain Christian Pulisic was forced to leave Monday’s Round of 16 match against Belgium due to an apparent lower-body injury. The forward exited the contest in the 59th minute, shortly after a collision with Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans.

Pulisic’s appearance was cut short during a difficult stretch for the American side. He had struggled to maintain possession in the first half, losing the ball 11 times—the highest total of any player on the pitch. The injury occurred near the penalty area as Pulisic prepared to strike, with his right foot appearing to make contact with Tielemans. He remained on the ground briefly before play continued, with Belgium subsequently scoring a third goal following an error by goalkeeper Matt Freese. Shortly after the goal, Pulisic was substituted for Sebastian Berhalter.

Television footage captured the moment the AC Milan player reached the bench, where medical staff attended to him. Pulisic was seen with his face buried in his jersey as the staff examined the injury. The match is being broadcast as part of a major summer soccer tournament, featuring extensive coverage from sports media networks.

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• Official medical reports from the USMNT regarding the nature and severity of Pulisic’s injury.
• Updated broadcast ratings figures for the Round of 16 matchup.
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