Despite losing star midfielder Christian Pulisic to a possible injury, the U.S. men's national team defeated Australia 2-1 in a friendly Tuesday in Commerce City, Colo., behind two goals from Haji Wright.

The winner was set up in the 51st minute by the second assist of the match for Cristian Roldan when he sent a quick free kick down the right flank.

Wright ran onto it, cut back and drilled a shot inside the left post.

Jordan Bos put the Aussies ahead in the 19th minute before Wright answered in the 33rd. He has seven goals in 18 matches as he made a statement in his bid to make the roster for the 2026 World Cup.

Pulisic left in the 31st minute after Australian defender Jason Geria clipped him on his heel from behind as Pulisic dribbled past midfield. Geria was issued a yellow card.

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