Christian Pulisic will be sidelined after suffering a fractured leg during the United States’ loss to Belgium, a major blow for both club and country. The US Soccer team confirmed the injury following the match, saying the AC Milan forward picked up the problem in a challenge and was forced off, with scans later revealing the break. It ends Pulisic’s involvement for the immediate window and leaves the Americans without their most experienced attacking player at a time when they are trying to build momentum.
The injury happened during a tightly contested game in which the US struggled to find rhythm against a physical Belgian side, and Pulisic’s exit only added to the frustration. Known for his direct running and ability to create in tight spaces, he has been central to the US attack for nearly a decade and is coming off a strong season in Serie A where he has been one of Milan’s key contributors. Team officials said he will now begin treatment and a rehabilitation program, though no timeline has been given for his return.
For the US, the loss of Pulisic comes as the team looks ahead to a packed calendar of friendlies and qualifiers, and his absence will force the coaching staff to reshuffle the front line. Teammates described him as “the engine” of the group and said his leadership will be missed both on the pitch and in the locker room. The hope now is that the fracture heals cleanly and that Pulisic can return in time for the next major tournament cycle, but for now the focus shifts to supporting him through recovery while the team adjusts without its star.
