Pulisic back in US starting lineup vs Canada after COVID-19

Christian Pulisic was back in the U.S. starting lineup Sunday night for a World Cup qualifier against Canada, three days after missing the opener at El Salvador while regaining fitness following a positive COVID-19 test.

Gio Reyna strained his right hamstring and missed the match against Canada. He also won't play at Honduras on Wednesday night, the U.S. Soccer Federation said.

U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter made six changes from the starting lineup for the 0-0 draw at El Salvador, inserting Pulisic into the attack. He new were defender John Brooks, left back Antonee Robinson, midfielders Kellyn Acosta and Sebastian Lletget, and forward Jordan Pefork.

Sergiño Dest moved from left back to the right, Matt Turner stayed in goal, Miles Robinson remained in central defense, Tyler Adams in defensive midfield, and Brenden Aaaronson in advanced midfield.