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Pulisic Comes Off Bench for USMNT After Ankle Scare, Easing Milan Concern

His brief return points to a precautionary call given his importance to Milan’s strong start.

Overview

  • He skipped a training session in Austin and was held out of the USMNT starting lineup against Ecuador before entering in the 73rd minute of a 1-1 draw.
  • Mauricio Pochettino said Pulisic’s ankle was slightly swollen after Wednesday’s workout and that the decision to use him was made pre-match with Tuesday’s Australia friendly in mind.
  • The winger dealt with a minor ankle issue in preseason and will continue to be monitored despite making a late cameo.
  • AC Milan and coach Massimiliano Allegri are tracking his status closely, with Pulisic having six goals and two assists this season and a Serie A Player of the Month award for September.
  • Milan full-back Pervis Estupinan left the same match before halftime with a left ankle sprain, will miss Ecuador’s next game, and is a doubt to face Fiorentina on Oct. 19.