Pochettino says Christian Pulisic ‘is going to score in the World Cup’
Mauricio Pochettino expressed confidence in Christian Pulisic's ability to score in the upcoming World Cup despite concerns over his recent form. Pulisic has not scored for the national team since November 2024 and opted out of last summer's Gold Cup to avoid burnout. Pochettino emphasized the importance of recovering Pulisic's confidence as the team prepares for their group stage opener against Paraguay.
- ▪Christian Pulisic has not scored for the national team since November 2024.
- ▪Mauricio Pochettino believes Pulisic will score in the World Cup.
- ▪Pulisic opted out of the Gold Cup last summer to prioritize rest for the World Cup.
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Christian Pulisic enters the World Cup with real concerns about his stagnant form. Photograph: Timothy A Clary/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenChristian Pulisic enters the World Cup with real concerns about his stagnant form. Photograph: Timothy A Clary/AFP/Getty ImagesUSAPochettino says Christian Pulisic ‘is going to score in the World Cup’ US coach addressed numerous topics on Thursday ‘We are seeing the real American player right now’ On his World Cup snubs: ‘It’s so painful, it’s so difficult’ Sign up for the World Behind The Cup newsletter Pablo Iglesias Maurer in Fayetteville, Georgia and Jeff RueterThu 28 May 2026 17.27 EDTLast modified on Thu 28 May 2026 17.28 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleMauricio Pochettino is entering the 2026 World Cup with plenty of confidence…
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