Pulisic Suffers Leg Fracture in World Cup Defeat to Belgium

Christian Pulisic, a forward for the US national soccer team, sustained a microfracture and bone bruising in his right leg during the team's 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16. Pulisic was substituted in the 59th minute, shortly after Belgium scored their third goal.

The injury occurred in the early second half when he attempted a shot and collided with Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans. The US Soccer Federation confirmed the diagnosis via social media.

Pulisic's club team, AC Milan, will collaborate on his recovery plan. He has faced criticism from US media following the team's heaviest World Cup defeat in 36 years.

Pulisic's early withdrawal raised questions about his commitment to the team. He is expected to be sidelined for several weeks, with no specific timeline for his return provided.

AC Milan's Serie A campaign begins on August 23 against Torino.