Christian Pulisic Makes History at Copa America With 30th Goal for USMNT

WHAT HAPPENED?

The AC Milan forward, who enjoyed a career-best year in front of goal at club level in 2023-24, was on target for the United States as they opened their Copa America campaign with a 2-0 victory over Bolivia. Pulisic also posted an assist in that contest while donning the captain’s armband.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

The USMNT continue to look to Pulisic for inspiration, with the 25-year-old having been a talismanic presence in their ranks for some time. He is a Champions League winner from his time at Chelsea and an experienced performer that knows all about competing at the very highest level.

3️⃣0️⃣ GOALS / 6️⃣ 9️⃣ CAPS@pulisic continues to make #USMNT history. pic.twitter.com/m7AWWo4IJS

— U.S. Soccer Men’s National Team (@USMNT) June 23, 2024

DID YOU KNOW?

He delivered again when it matters most against Bolivia, with his goal in that contest coming inside three minutes – the fastest that the USMNT have ever posted against CONMEBOL opposition. That strike also took him to 30 through 69 senior international appearances, which is another notable record.

WHAT NEXT?

Pulisic has moved into the top five on the United States’ all-time goal chart, with 30 strikes pulling him level with Brian McBride. Only Eric Wynalda, Jozy Altidore, Landon Donovan and Clint Dempsey sit above him – wit the top two boasting 57 goals apiece.