Christian Pulisic – USA’s Captain Looks to Make History on Home Soil

New York, June?2026 — Christian Pulisic, dubbed “Captain America,” leads the U.S. into a home World Cup with unprecedented expectations. The AC Milan forward ended a six?month scoring drought by netting against Senegal in a 3?2 friendly win. Coach Mauricio Pochettino unveiled the 26?man roster in New York, with Pulisic the centerpiece. USA open June?12 vs Paraguay in California, with Pulisic’s form crucial to energizing home crowds. For American fans, this World Cup is more than sport — it is a chance to showcase soccer’s growth in the U.S. and potentially achieve the nation’s deepest run in history.