Christian Pulisic is feeling positive about his recovery from a calf injury and hopes to play a role in the United States' final World Cup group match against Türkiye on Thursday.
What happened?
Pulisic has not played since being substituted at halftime in the win over Paraguay after feeling discomfort in his left calf. He missed Friday's 2-0 victory over Australia.
He took a big kick to the calf a few days before the Paraguay game, which caused the problem. Pulisic felt fine early in the match but the issue worsened during the first half.
Why it matters for Christian Pulisic
The 27-year-old forward said sitting out the Australia match had been difficult. He never really feared the worst but didn't want the injury to keep him out any longer than necessary.
Pulisic joined the team in the last few days and is feeling good. He hopes to play a part in the match against Türkiye on Thursday.
What comes next?
The United States has secured qualification for the knockout rounds after winning its first two matches. Thursday's game against Turkey at Los Angeles Stadium is a dead rubber in terms of advancement.
Pulisic's teammates got another incredible win, which made it easier for him. The winning mentality feeling sticks with the team, and Pulisic is looking forward to contributing to the team's success.
The United States won its first two matches, and Pulisic is eager to be a part of the team's upcoming games. He is feeling positive about his recovery and hopes to make a strong return to the field.
Pulisic told reporters at the U.S. training camp on Wednesday that he is feeling good and feeling positive. He hopes to play a part in the match against Türkiye on Thursday.
The match against Türkiye is scheduled to take place on Thursday, and Pulisic is looking forward to being a part of it. He is focused on his recovery and is eager to contribute to the team's success.
Pulisic's recovery is going well, and he is hopeful about his return to the field. He is feeling positive and is looking forward to playing a role in the United States' final World Cup group match.
The United States is preparing for the match against Türkiye, and Pulisic is eager to be a part of it. He is feeling good and is hopeful about his return to the field.