Christian Pulisic Suffers Hairline Fracture in Leg
The U.S. Soccer Federation announced that medical examinations revealed team captain Christian Pulisic has suffered a hairline fracture along with a bruise in the bone of his right leg, following an injury sustained during the match against Belgium in the 2026 World Cup.
The federation clarified that the injury does not require surgical intervention, but it does necessitate a specific treatment and rehabilitation program, confirming that the player will begin his recovery immediately under the supervision of the medical staff.
The statement noted that the U.S. Federation will work closely with AC Milan to develop a joint plan for Pulisic's rehabilitation, ensuring his full recovery and return to the pitch without complications, with ongoing monitoring of his condition in the coming weeks.
Pulisic's injury is a significant blow to both the U.S. national team and Milan, especially after the impressive performances he delivered in the tournament, where he was one of the standout players before his exit from the World Cup.
The federation clarified that the injury does not require surgical intervention, but it does necessitate a specific treatment and rehabilitation program, confirming that the player will begin his recovery immediately under the supervision of the medical staff.
The statement noted that the U.S. Federation will work closely with AC Milan to develop a joint plan for Pulisic's rehabilitation, ensuring his full recovery and return to the pitch without complications, with ongoing monitoring of his condition in the coming weeks.
Pulisic's injury is a significant blow to both the U.S. national team and Milan, especially after the impressive performances he delivered in the tournament, where he was one of the standout players before his exit from the World Cup.
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