Big blow for USA, Christian Pulisic hospitalized after Iran clash at the 2022 FIFA World Cup

Big blow for USA, Christian Pulisic hospitalized after Iran clash at the 2022 FIFA World Cup

Christian Pulisic injured

Christian Pulisic scored the only goal in the match to put his nation across the line and stand qualified for the next round(1-0) in the Group B decider between the USA and Iran at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Unfortunately, the American forward sustained a grievous injury when he collided with the Iranian Goalkeeper- Alireza Beiranvand, while putting the ball behind the net.

The USMNT‘s official statement drops a few hours later and states, “Forward Christian Pulisic has been diagnosed with a pelvic contusion, and his status is day-to-day,”. Nicknamed “Captain America,” Pulisic is the squad’s current most favorite and salient player. Leading his team single-handedly into the next round has been a significant achievement for the young lad.

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As soon as he tapped in the goal and collided with the Goalkeeper, the player couldn’t get back up for a few moments as he was visibly in writhed pain from the injury. After resting on the sidelines, the player returned to the ground at the end of the first half. Coach Gregg Berhalter later substituted their Talisman with Brenden Aaronson.

Gregg Berhalter’s pumped-up boys will face the Netherlands in their Round of 16 fixture. The Netherlands dominated World Cup hosts- Qatar. in their last Group game just hours before the USA-Iran clash. Berhalter will hope for Pulisic to join them when they lock horns with the Dutch; Gio Reyna and Brendon Aaronson are the most likely replacements otherwise.

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The USA dragged itself out of the Red Zone against Iran in the 2022 FIFA World Cup

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The USA beat Iran 1-0.

The FIFA World Cup fixture between Iran and the USA was a highly anticipated match, as the US had their only chance against Iran to succeed ahead in the journey. After drawing their first two games with England and Wales respectively, they had to build upon this opportunity which they successfully had.

Edging past the Iranian side, they have sealed their position in the campaign. After the USMMT officially announced Pulisic’s injury, it will now be a difficult situation for the nation for their upcoming fixtures to fight without the talisman if the player can’t recover by then. England and USA are currently (Group B) qualified for the next round.

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