Christian Pulisic's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Christian Pulisic. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Christian Pulisic is an American professional soccer player renowned as one of North America's best. Nicknamed "Captain America," he excels as a winger for AC Milan and the United States national team. He is highly regarded for his exceptional dribbling skills, direct attacking style, and playmaking abilities, making him a key player for both club and country.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2010: Didier Drogba's Hat-Trick

In 2010, Didier Drogba scored a perfect hat trick for Chelsea.

2012: Clint Dempsey's Hat-Trick

In 2012, Clint Dempsey scored a hat-trick for Fulham in the Premier League.

2014: Winning the Under 17 Bundesliga

Christian Pulisic won the Under 17 Bundesliga in the 2014–15 season with Borussia Dortmund's U17 squad.

September 2, 2016: Youngest Goal Scorer in World Cup Qualifier

On September 2, 2016, Christian Pulisic scored two goals and an assist in a World Cup qualifying match against Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, becoming the youngest person to score in a World Cup qualifier for the United States and the youngest player to score a brace in American history.

November 20, 2018: Youngest USMNT Captain

On November 20, 2018, Christian Pulisic became the youngest player to captain the United States national team in a friendly defeat to Italy, at the age of 20 years and 63 days.

2018: Kopa Trophy Runner-Up

In 2018, Christian Pulisic's performances led him to become the runner-up for the Kopa Trophy, an award presented to the world's best player under the age of 21.

March 26, 2019: Youngest to 10 International Goals

On March 26, 2019, Christian Pulisic became the youngest United States player to score 10 international goals at 20 years, 189 days old.

2019: CONCACAF Gold Cup Recognition

At the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup, Christian Pulisic was named the best young player of the tournament.

2020: UEFA Champions League Win

During the 2020-21 season, Christian Pulisic won the 2020–21 UEFA Champions League with Chelsea, becoming the first American to play in a Champions League final.

June 6, 2021: CONCACAF Nations League Victory

On June 6, 2021, Christian Pulisic captained the United States national team to a 3–2 victory in the CONCACAF Nations League final against Mexico, scoring the winning goal by converting a penalty in the 114th minute.

August 11, 2021: UEFA Super Cup Victory

On August 11, 2021, Christian Pulisic won the 2021 UEFA Super Cup with Chelsea and scored in the penalty shootout.

2021: CONCACAF Nations League Win

In 2021, Christian Pulisic won the CONCACAF Nations League with the United States national team.

2021: UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup Wins

In the 2021–22 season, Christian Pulisic won the 2021 UEFA Super Cup and the 2021 FIFA Club World Cup with Chelsea.

March 27, 2022: First International Hat-Trick

On March 27, 2022, Christian Pulisic scored his first international hat-trick for the U.S. men's national team during their win over Panama in the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification. Two of the goals were from penalty kicks.

2023: CONCACAF Nations League Win and Best Player Award

In 2023, Christian Pulisic won the CONCACAF Nations League and was awarded the best player of the tournament.

2024: Supercoppa Italiana Win

During the 2024-25 season, Christian Pulisic won the 2024–25 Supercoppa Italiana with AC Milan.

2024: CONCACAF Nations League Win

In 2024, Christian Pulisic secured another CONCACAF Nations League title with the United States.

January 6, 2025: Supercoppa Italiana Win

On January 6, 2025, Christian Pulisic won the 2024–25 Supercoppa Italiana against Inter Milan, scoring the equalizer and assisting the game-winning goal, securing his first trophy with AC Milan. He was also the tournament's joint-top goalscorer.