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Pulisic Returns as Second‑Half Sub in 3-2 Loss to Türkiye but U.S. Advances

Pulisic’s controlled 30–40 minute comeback bolsters U.S. readiness for the knockout rounds.

Overview

  • Christian Pulisic came off the bench around the 58th minute on Thursday after a 13-day absence for a left calf issue and played roughly 30–40 minutes to rebuild match fitness.
  • He made an immediate attacking impact by creating chances, testing the goalkeeper and striking the post, showing no obvious limitation from the calf knock.
  • Türkiye scored a stoppage-time winner that began with Arda Güler nutmegging Pulisic and ended with Kaan Ayhan’s last‑kick goal, leaving the match 3-2.
  • The result did not affect progression because the U.S. had already clinched first place in Group D and will face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 32 on July 1.
  • Reports say New York City FC has expressed interest in signing Pulisic with an Italian outlet claiming a $10 million offer while AC Milan was reported not inclined to sell; the financial details and any transfer remain unconfirmed.