U.S. men's soccer star Christian Pulisic will take to the field after injury

NPR | By Becky Sullivan

Published July 1, 2026 at 5:37 PM EDT

Christian Pulisic, the longtime star of the U.S. men's national soccer team, has been slowed by an injury this World Cup. He's finally healthy and ready for his big moment.

Becky Sullivan

Becky Sullivan has reported and produced for NPR since 2011 with a focus on hard news and breaking stories. She has been on the ground to cover natural disasters, disease outbreaks, elections and protests, delivering stories to both broadcast and digital platforms.

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