Christian Pulisic Sees Limited Action Due to Stomach Bug, Yunus Musah Starts in AC Milan Loss
Pulisic Subbed Off at Halftime
United States men's national team star Christian Pulisic saw limited action in Chelsea's 1-0 loss to Manchester City on Thursday due to a stomach virus, according to manager Graham Potter. Pulisic started the match but was subbed off at halftime.
Musah Starts for AC Milan
Yunus Musah started for AC Milan in their 2-0 loss to Serie A leaders Napoli on Sunday. Musah played 65 minutes before being substituted off for Tommaso Pobega.
Napoli Extend Lead Atop Serie A
Napoli's win over AC Milan extended their lead atop the Serie A standings to 18 points. The Partenopei are now 15 points clear of second-place Inter Milan and 18 points clear of third-place AC Milan.
Pulisic's Status for USMNT Uncertain
Pulisic's status for the USMNT's upcoming friendlies against Serbia and Colombia is uncertain. The United States will face Serbia on January 25 and Colombia on January 28.
Musah Expected to Start for USMNT
Musah is expected to start for the USMNT in their upcoming friendlies. The 20-year-old has been one of the United States' most consistent performers in recent months.
USMNT Preparing for Concacaf Nations League
The USMNT is using these friendlies to prepare for the Concacaf Nations League, which will begin in June. The United States will face Grenada, El Salvador, and Honduras in Group B of League A.