US EditionAhead of Pulisic's likely US return, Pochettino repeats summer flap is behind them
Coach Mauricio Pochettino stated the dispute involving Christian Pulisic and criticism from former U.S. players is resolved as Pulisic prepares to rejoin the national team.
- A day before Christian Pulisic's likely return, United States men's national team coach Mauricio Pochettino said Friday the summer flap is behind them ahead of the South Korea friendly on Saturday.
- After two long seasons with AC Milan, Christian Pulisic skipped the CONCACAF Gold Cup in June to rest, drawing criticism from former U.S. scoring leaders Landon Donovan and Clint Dempsey.
- Pulisic has not spoken with media this week while teammates have welcomed him back; defender Chris Richards called Pulisic the `star boy` and said it `means a lot` to have him back.
- Pochettino said the mood was `good` and attention is on building the USMNT's journey as the 2026 World Cup approaches, with players focusing on positives amid pressure on the United States and coach.
- With the 2026 World Cup approaching, the United States and Pochettino face pressure as hosts while American fans hope for a longer run after the USMNT's 2022 Round of 16 exit to the Netherlands.
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Christian Pulisic will play with the United States again after missing the Gold Cup to rest
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Ahead of Pulisic's likely US return, Pochettino repeats summer flap is behind them
Coach Mauricio Pochettino says the summer dispute with Christian Pulisic is behind them. Pochettino addressed the situation on Friday before a friendly against South Korea.
Mauricio Pochettino on Christian Pulisic: "He is happy to be here" - SBI Soccer
Christian Pulisic is back in the U.S. men’s national team fold for the first time this summer. Pulisic was included in Mauricio Pochettino’s 24-player roster for this month’s friendlies against South Korea and Japan. The 26-year-old AC Milan star received ample criticism earlier this year after missing on the USMNT’s involvement at the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Former USMNT players Landon Donovan, Alexi Lalas and others questioned Pulisic’s commitment …
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