Pochettino raises uncertainty over Pulisic’s inclusion against Australia

Announce Mauricio Pochettino, US national team coachDoubts remain over striker Christian Pulisic’s participation in his side’s crucial Group D match against Australia in Seattle.

The American forward played a key role in last week’s 4-1 win over Paraguay in their World Cup opener before leaving the field in the first half with a calf injury.

Pulisic continued to train alone this week and Pochettino explained that he could make a decision on his participation after consulting the medical staff.

The Argentinian coach said. At the press conference to face Australia“If he is not available to play tomorrow, he will be available in the next game. He makes a huge effort. Christian is strong, has a great mentality and is working hard to try to prepare as quickly as possible.”

The US and Australia are playing for top spot in Group D after Australia’s surprise two-goal win over Turkey, with a win giving one of them a huge advantage to ensure an easier path to the knockout stages.

The great victory of the American team over Paraguay has excited the fans, but Pochettino expressed his caution about the threat of the Australian team.

Pochettino added: “They are a very strong team and really believe in what they do, but we have to match that focus to compete with them.”