Christian Pulisic has been spending time in Nashville with country singer Megan Moroney as he recovers from the ankle injury he sustained during the USMNT's Round of 16 exit from the World Cup. Pulisic went off injured early in what became a 4-1 defeat to Belgium on 6 July, and his recent sightings suggest he is making the most of the enforced break, appearing relaxed despite criticism of both his early withdrawal and the team's underwhelming tournament performance.

The USMNT's loss to Belgium ended their World Cup campaign at the last-16 stage, prompting frustration among fans and pundits over what was seen as a disappointing display given the squad's talent. Pulisic left the match early with an apparent ankle problem, and reaction to him being spotted socialising in Nashville rather than visibly focused on recovery has added to the scrutiny surrounding the team's exit.