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 for his skill as a winger, attacking midfielder, and forward. He currently plays for AC Milan and the United States national team. Widely considered one of North America's best soccer players, Pulisic is nicknamed "Captain America" due to his leadership and impact on the US national team. He is recognized for his dribbling abilities, direct attacking style, and playmaking skills, making him a key player for both club and country.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2014: Under 17 Bundesliga win

Christian Pulisic and Borussia Dortmund's U17 squad won the Under 17 Bundesliga in 2014-15.

2015: FIFA U-17 World Cup

In 2015, Christian Pulisic captained the U-17 team at the FIFA U-17 World Cup, scoring a goal and providing an assist in three games.

September 2, 2016: First World Cup Qualifier Goals

On September 2, 2016, Christian Pulisic scored two goals and provided 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 to score a brace in American history.

2017: Golden Boy Award Nomination

In 2017, Christian Pulisic was on the final shortlist for the Golden Boy award, finishing 6th.

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 20 years and 63 days old.

2018: Kopa Trophy Nomination

In 2018, Christian Pulisic was nominated to the final shortlist of the inaugural Kopa Trophy, finishing runner-up to Kylian Mbappé.

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.

October 26, 2019: Perfect Hat-Trick Against Burnley

On October 26, 2019, Christian Pulisic scored his first goals for Chelsea, completing a "perfect" hat-trick in a 4–2 away win against Burnley. He became the second American to achieve the feat in the Premier League and the youngest hat-trick scorer in Chelsea's history.

2019: CONCACAF Gold Cup

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

2020: UEFA Champions League Win

During the 2020 season, Christian Pulisic won the 2020–21 UEFA Champions League, 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 first-ever CONCACAF Nations League final against Mexico, scoring the winning goal by converting a penalty in the 114th minute.

August 11, 2021: UEFA Super Cup Win

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

2021: CONCACAF Nations League Win

In 2021, Christian Pulisic won the CONCACAF Nations League.

2021: UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup Wins

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

2022: FIFA World Cup

At the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Christian Pulisic assisted Tim Weah's goal against Wales, earned Man of the Match against England, scored the winning goal against Iran, and assisted Haji Wright's goal against the Netherlands. He received two Man of the Match awards, ranking third overall in the tournament.

2022: Player of the Tournament Award

In 2022, Pulisic was awarded Player of the Tournament for the 2022-23 CONCACAF Nations League competition

2023: CONCACAF Nations League Finals

During the 2023 CONCACAF Nations League Finals, Christian Pulisic scored a brace against Mexico in the semi-finals and was awarded Man of the Match. The United States defeated Canada 2–0 in the final, leading to him achieving his second Nations League trophy in a row. He was awarded Player of the Tournament for the 2022–23 competition.

2023: Best Italian Signing

Following his debut Serie A season, in 2023 Christian Pulisic was considered the best Italian signing of 2023–24 with his personal record of 15 goals and 10 assists across all competitions.

2024: Supercoppa Italiana Win

Christian Pulisic and AC Milan won the 2024-25 Supercoppa Italiana.

2024: Serie A Team of the Season

In 2024, Christian Pulisic was listed on the 2024–25 Serie A Team of the Season, marking his second consecutive appearance.

2024: CONCACAF Nations League Win

In 2024, Christian Pulisic won the CONCACAF Nations League.

2024: Double Figures in Consecutive Seasons

In 2024, Pulisic's goal made him the first American player in a top five European league since Clint Dempsey to reach double figures in consecutive seasons.

2024: 2024 Copa América & Milestone

In 2024, competing in the Copa América, Christian Pulisic recorded a goal and assist in the opening 2–0 group stage win over Bolivia, earning Man of the Match. On November 18, he became the fastest USMNT player to record 50 goal contributions after a goal against Jamaica in the CONCACAF Nations League.

2024: Third Nations League Trophy

In the 2024 CONCACAF Nations League Finals, Christian Pulisic captained the U.S. in the 2–0 victory against Mexico in the final to secure his third Nations League trophy in a row.

January 6, 2025: Supercoppa Italiana Victory

On January 6, 2025, Christian Pulisic won the 2024–25 Supercoppa Italiana with AC Milan against Inter Milan, scoring the equalizer and assisting the game-winning goal in a 3–2 victory. He finished as the tournament's joint-top goalscorer and became the first American player to reach double figures in consecutive seasons in a top five European league since Clint Dempsey.