Christian Pulisic trained away from the main USMNT group on Monday as he recovers from a calf injury that forced him off at halftime against Paraguay. The AC Milan winger completed individual work before cycling indoors while his teammates practiced together in Irvine, California.

Manager Mauricio Pochettino offered a brief assessment when asked about Pulisic's status, simply stating the winger was 'good' without providing additional details. The injury occurred after Pulisic received a kick during the first half of Friday's 4-1 victory, where he had been instrumental in creating the opening two goals before the break.

Pulisic himself downplayed concerns after the match, describing only a minor issue in his calf area. He noted similar injuries before and maintained a positive outlook about his recovery timeline. Teammate Tyler Adams backed up that optimism, insisting Pulisic would be ready for Friday's Australia match in Seattle.

The USMNT cannot afford to lose their star attacker ahead of crucial upcoming fixtures. Pulisic's creativity and goal threat directly impacts how Pochettino's system functions in attack, making his availability essential for the Seattle showdown.