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Christian Pulisic back in the starting lineup for the U.S. for the World Cup knockout round
By Associated Press, JOSH DUBOW at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Star Christian Pulisic was back in the starting lineup for the United States for a knockout round matchup against Bosnia-Herzegovina after being slowed by a calf injury during the group stage of the World Cup.U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino used the same starting lineup ...
Key takeaway coach Mauricio Pochettino used the same starting lineup for the round of 32 on Wednesday night that he used when the Americans beat Paraguay 4-1 in the opener of the World Cup.
Why this matters in The Midland
For Midland residents who follow soccer, Christian Pulisic's return to the starting lineup is a welcome development as the US team progresses in the World Cup. The fact that US coach Mauricio Pochettino has chosen to field the same lineup that performed well in the opener against Paraguay suggests a level of confidence in the team's ability to perform under pressure. With Pulisic's 33 goals in 88 international appearances, his presence on the field can make a significant difference in the outcome of the game against Bosnia-Herzegovina. The return of other key players, including striker Folarin Balogun and top defenders Antonee Robinson and Chris Richards, also boosts the team's chances. As the US team navigates the knockout round, Midland soccer fans will be watching closely to see how the team performs, and whether Pulisic's return will be enough to propel them to the next round.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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What is this story about? SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Star Christian Pulisic was back in the starting lineup for the United States for a knockout round matchup against Bosnia-Herzegovina after being slowed by a calf injury during the group stage of the World Cup.U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino used the same starting lineup ...
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