The United States just got some GREAT news ahead of Saturday’s match against the Netherlands — Christian Pulisic has been cleared to play after suffering an injury against Iran.
Captain America’s been recovering from getting hit in the balls a pelvic contusion this week … which came after making contact with Iran’s goalkeeper after scoring the game-winning goal.
CP said Thursday he was taking it one day at a time … but was doing “everything in my power” to make it out on the pitch on Saturday.
Pulisic also clarified his injury was, in fact, a pelvic contusion … saying, “I didn’t get hit in the balls.”
“I’m alright. It was very painful. That bone is there for a reason to protect you and I hit it well. I was sore.”
He posted a Snapchat from his hospital bed after the 1-0 win on Tuesday … promising he’d be back for their next match — but admitted the pain was pretty tough to fight through.
The 24-year-old is holding up on his promise … ’cause Pulisic is now good enough to go as the Red, White and Blue head into the round of 16.
USA!!!