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Christian Pulisic Graces Time Magazine Cover as 'Captain America' Ahead of World Cup
Time magazine features USMNT star Christian Pulisic on its May 25 cover, posing in the new red and white home jersey over AC Milan's stripes, headlined 'Captain America -- Christian Pulisic Steps Onto Sport's Biggest Stage.' The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the US, is just over a month away, with the US in Group D facing Paraguay, Australia, and TĂĽrkiye. The US aims to surpass its quarterfinal absence since 2002 .
Kylian Mbappe Sidelined by Hamstring Injury Before World Cup Kickoff
France star Kylian Mbappe is out with a hamstring injury, casting doubt on his World Cup participation. The injury adds to growing concerns as the tournament nears. Multiple stars are affected, impacting team preparations .
Lamine Yamal Out for Season with Leg Muscle Injury
Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal is recuperating from a leg muscle injury and ruled out for the rest of the season, potentially affecting his Spain World Cup debut. Initial fears about Mohamed Salah have been dispelled. Yamal was expected in Spain's squad for his first World Cup .
Brazil's Estevao Ruled Out of World Cup Due to Injury
Brazil star Estevao is out for the rest of the season, missing the 2026 World Cup. Fellow Brazilians Rodrygo and Eder Militao are also definitely absent from the tournament. Injuries are mounting across top teams .
Hugo Ekitike Faces Long Recovery from Achilles Injury
France's Hugo Ekitike sustained an Achilles injury in April, requiring over six months to recover, ruling him out of the World Cup co-hosted by US, Canada, and Mexico. It may also sideline him into next season. The injury wave continues to hit hard .
Serge Gnabry Out After Adductor Injury in Training
Bayern Munich and Germany forward Serge Gnabry injured his adductor in training, confirming his absence from the World Cup. Bayern and Germany will miss his contributions. Multiple German players are impacted .
Rodri's Groin Injury Raises Concerns for Spain and Man City
Spain and Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been absent recently due to a groin injury, following last season's ACL damage. Pep Guardiola provided positive recovery updates, suggesting he could return this season. His status remains worrying for the World Cup .
USMNT Defender Miles Robinson Sidelined by Leg Injury
United States defender Miles Robinson hasn't played since April 18 due to a leg injury, potentially affecting the co-hosts' preparations. The US is building hype with Pulisic in the spotlight. Injuries plague even host nations .
World Cup Fever Hits US as Tournament Nears
Excitement for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is reaching fever pitch in the US, highlighted by Christian Pulisic's Time cover. The US, under Mauricio Pochettino, eyes a deep run beyond the quarterfinals last reached in 2002. Group D includes Paraguay, Australia, and TĂĽrkiye .
Injuries Mount Across Top Nations Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
A wave of injuries threatens the 2026 World Cup, with stars like Mbappe, Yamal, Estevao, Rodrygo, Militao, Gnabry, and others out or doubtful. Recoveries for Rodri and Salah offer some hope. The tournament co-hosted by US, Canada, Mexico faces lineup uncertainties .