Star player Christian Pulisic was surprisingly omitted from the starting eleven for the United States’ crucial Group D match against Australia. The omission extends beyond the starting lineup, as Pulisic is also unavailable as a substitute on the bench. No immediate reason has been given for the decision by US coach Gregg Berhalter. This news comes as a shock to many observers, given Pulisic’s importance to the team and his recent form. The US team will need to overcome this unexpected setback as they seek a positive result against Australia to improve their chances of advancing from the group stage. The absence raises questions about Pulisic’s fitness or a tactical choice by the coach.