The former Union centerback seems an ideal fit for the three-back defense that Mauricio Pochettino is testing. This month's games vs. Ecuador and Australia offer the chance to make an impression.

Here's how to watch the international friendly on TV and live stream. The Sporting News takes you through all the information you need to follow the game.

Pulisic missed a penalty for AC Milan, and the match finished 0-0 at the Allianz Stadium. Pulisic was called up for the national team and trained with the rest of the USMNT. Just a day before the friendly against Ecuador, Mauricio Pochettino hinted that Pulisic may be out for the match.

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Let's take a look at the five most interesting matches you can watch over the International break: Friendly: United States vs. Ecuador, 10:30 p.m. Friendly: United States vs. Australia, 9 p.m.

Cristian Pulisic is not starting for the USMNT for tonight’s friendly match against Ecuador at Q2 Stadium. Christian Pulisic #10 of the United States reacts during the first half against Japan during an International Friendly at Lower.com Field on September 09, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Ben Jackson/USSF/Getty Images)

As co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the United States are set to embark on one of the most important months in men's national team history.

Christian Pulisic stirred up controversy by not playing for the U.S. in the Gold Cup. Based on his play in Italy, it appears he made the right call.