US soccer star Christian Pulisic reportedly suffered microfracture in leg, speaks out on social media
American footballer Christian Pulisic suffered a leg injury during the United States' World Cup match against Belgium in Seattle on Monday, which the team lost 4-1. Imaging revealed both a bone bruise and microfracture in his leg, sustained as he attempted to shoot during the 52nd minute of play.
According to The Athletic, Pulisic is expected to be unavailable for several weeks of competition, though medical assessment suggests the injury will not require months of recovery. His return timeline will depend on the healing progression during his absence from matches.
- Christian Pulisic sustained a microfracture and bone bruise in his leg during the USMNT's 4-1 loss to Belgium in Seattle
- Expected to miss several weeks of play but not months, with injury occurring during a shot attempt in the 52nd minute