Just like the saying goes, Confidence isn’t just in words; it’s in the work we’re putting in every single day. Don’t you agree? With Mauricio Pochettino steering the ship, the belief within the team has grown stronger, fueling their World Cup dreams. Christian Pulisic, the star man of AC Milan and USMNT, recently made a plea expressing his thoughts on the team’s chances for the 2026 World Cup. Pulisic, often considered the face of American soccer, emphasized the importance of a few things in achieving success.

The 26-year-old has been in stellar form this season, making a significant impact at Milan. With five goals and four assists in Serie A and three goals in the Champions League. His belief in both himself and his team- speaks volumes, Isn’t it? It extends to the entire crop of Americans competing in Europe. He believes their level of play will only continue to improve, paving the way for greater achievements.

Christian Pulisic recently appeared on the ESPN Pat McAfee Show, where he talked about several topics, including the excitement and positivity around the USMNT’s chances of winning the World Cup- “I love the confidence. We need you. We need you guys, man, at those games and hyping people up, getting everyone excited, get the country behind us.“ Pulisic’s eyes gleamed with excitement as he addressed not just the team’s ambitions but the crucial role of the fans in this journey.

It wasn’t just a call to action—it was a rallying cry, a plea for unity in a country where soccer is still carving its place among the giants of American sports. Pulisic’s words weren’t lost on the lively host, who quickly offered to pitch in, even joking about attending practice sessions. Pulisic laughed, replying, “All right. That could work for sure.”

When touching on Pulisic’s experience with the USMNT’s new coach, Mauricio Pochettino, Pulisic shared his thoughts with enthusiasm “We’ve spent a little time with the coach so far. And yes, short stints, getting to know him a little bit, and working with the team. He obviously has a lot of experience coaching at the highest level in Europe. So I think it’s an exciting time and we should definitely look forward to it.”

However, it’s not all smooth sailing for the USMNT star. Pulisic suffered a torn muscle in his right calf during Milan’s 2-1 loss to Atalanta on December 7th. The injury has sidelined him, and he is expected to make his comeback in early 2025. Fans are hopeful he’ll return in time for crucial matches like the Italian Super Cup semifinals against Juventus.

Beyond the pitch: Why is Pulisic sharing his life in a documentary?

Christian Pulisic, at just 26 years old, is already leaving a lasting impact on soccer both on and off the pitch. While continuing to shine for Serie A giants AC Milan, Pulisic has taken a bold step beyond the game by releasing his own documentary. Interestingly, most players tend to share their life stories through documentaries when they are nearing retirement. But Pulisic is breaking the mold, giving fans a chance to see his journey while still in his prime. But Why?

Documentaries have become a powerful way for athletes to connect with fans, showing a side of their lives that goes unseen during the 90 minutes on the field. Pulisic shared, that with the World Cup coming to the U.S. in 2026, he felt the timing was perfect. “One of my biggest goals is inspiring the next generation of soccer players and my country back home and getting people excited. I look at the timing of a World Cup coming up in the U.S. and the sport is the biggest it’s ever been. It seems like the right time.”

Despite his recent injury setback, Pulisic will continue to shine for AC Milan and USMNT once he is fit and ready. However, Pulisic demands crucial support from fans and signals a promising future for the USMNT under Mauricio Pochettino.