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Christian Pulisic will miss the USMNT's World Cup clash with Australia due to a lingering calf injury, with Ricardo Pepi stepping in to lead the attack in Seattle after Pulisic was withdrawn at halftime against Paraguay; coach Mauricio Pochettino said Pulisic is evolving but out for Friday’s game, as the U.S. eyes Turkey next.
U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino said star forward Christian Pulisic is questionable for Friday's World Cup group game against Australia after exiting the opener with a left-calf issue. While he has made progress and trained in modified sessions, a final decision will be made after consultation with the performance staff; if he can't play, replacements such as Gio Reyna, Tim Weah, and Brenden Aaronson could step in, with Malik Tillman possibly moving forward and a midfield tweak possible. The match is pivotal for Group D, with the U.S. aiming to stay atop the group.
Christian Pulisic's left calf injury remains unresolved as the USMNT prepares for Friday's World Cup clash with Australia; after taking kicks and training in a guarded, day-to-day plan, he trained separately and no definitive availability has been announced, despite teammates' optimism.
England defender Tino Livramento has been ruled out of the 2026 World Cup with a calf injury and Trevoh Chalobah has been called up to replace him, joining after England's opener against Croatia. Chalobah, who has one cap, is eligible as a replacement up to 24 hours before the first match. Livramento had also missed the final weeks of the season with a thigh injury; Reece James remains the likely right-back despite fitness concerns, with Djed Spence and Ezri Konsa also in the squad. Chalobah last played for England in June 2025 and is primarily a centre-back.
Pulisic’s calf issue persisted after he was subbed at halftime in the 4-1 win over Paraguay; he did not train with the full squad on Monday and is on a modified program, with the USMNT taking a cautious approach and weighing a potential bench role for him against Australia in Group D.
Stanton tweaked his calf while running the bases, extending a calf strain that has kept him out since late April and potentially delaying his return; Boone indicated imaging could be needed after this setback. With Aaron Judge and Trent Grisham sidelined, the Yankees are leaning on depth and young outfielders like Jasson Dominguez (who homered in his return) and Spencer Jones while Stanton heals.
Franz Wagner has been ruled out for Game 6 with a right calf strain, the second straight absence in Orlando’s first-round series against Detroit. The No. 8 seed Magic leaned on Wagner for about 17 points and 5.5 rebounds across the first four games, and now face a must-win at home to avoid a Game 7 in Detroit.
The Yankees are calling up top prospect Jasson Dominguez to the majors, likely replacing Luis Gil on the 26-man roster and potentially bolstering the lineup while Giancarlo Stanton deals with a right calf injury; Dominguez could contribute in the outfield or as a DH as needed.
The Mets expect Francisco Lindor to miss time with a left calf strain and likely hit the injured list, while top prospect Ronny Mauricio is being called up from Triple-A Syracuse after Mauricio homered three times, offering a potential spark in Lindor's absence.
Francisco Lindor exited the Mets' 3-2 win over the Twins with a left calf tightness after running the bases; an MRI was planned for Lindor, with manager Carlos Mendoza saying the issue will be evaluated Thursday, while the club also navigates Soto's lingering calf strain and the potential for more injury woes.
The Mets ended a 12-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Twins, but Francisco Lindor left the game with calf tightness and will undergo an MRI; Juan Soto was activated off the IL and will be eased back into action, with Hayden Senger optioned to Triple-A, as the team hopes Soto ignites a sputtering offense.
The Mets ended a 12-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field, a rare bright spot for manager Carlos Mendoza, but Francisco Lindor left with a calf injury that cast a shadow over the win.
Milwaukee star Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to miss four to six weeks with a right calf injury after the Bucks' 102-100 loss to the Nuggets, with an MRI to confirm. The injury could sideline him through late February or early March and may force Milwaukee to rethink its playoff push and trade-deadline plans.
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to miss four to six weeks with a right calf injury after limping through a loss to Denver; an MRI is planned to confirm the damage, and his absence could hurt Milwaukee’s playoff hopes as they try to steady a slide in the standings.
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to miss four-to-six weeks after re-aggravating his right calf. He will undergo an MRI, with expectations it will mirror his earlier calf injury. Bucks coach Doc Rivers expressed concern about the recurring issue, and Milwaukee’s playoff chances are fading as they sit 11th in the East. Antetokounmpo finished the game with 22 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists before leaving, with a return targeted for late February/early March.