- Mauricio Pochettino has named his starting XI for the USA’s World Cup clash with Australia.
- Star player Christian Pulisic was replaced at halftime of the USA’s 4-1 win over Paraguay last Friday due to a calf injury and has been training away from the main team in recent days.
- Pochettino confirmed Pulisic had not recovered in time to face Australia as he missed out on the US squad, but hoped to have him back as soon as possible.
- It is a major blow for the co-hosts, with Pulisic widely regarded as one of their key players at this summer’s tournament.
- It remains unclear as to when Pulisic could return, with the US aiming to book their place in the knockout stages by beating Australia.
