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USMNT star Christian Pulisic considers ‘love me or hate me’ standing to be ‘pretty cool’ as AC Milan forward looks to inspire next generation of American talent

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<p>The United States international has become <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/funny-name-christian-pulisic-reacts-captain-america-tag-usmnt-star-addresses-statement-ac-milan-legend-zlatan-ibrahimovic/blt54d0f7bb93b538f1" target="_blank">fondly known as ‘Captain America’ in his homeland</a>, with the 26-year-old forward widely considered to be the <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/goat-usmnt-christian-pulisic-told-how-become-best-us-men-soccer-player-ever-alexi-lalas-bold-prediction-ac-milan-star/blte742347dcbe06f50" target="_blank">best talent his country has ever produced</a>.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Said ability has allowed Pulisic to thrive in Europe - bursting onto the scene at Borussia Dortmund before <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/needed-big-club-really-wanted-me-why-usmnt-star-christian-pulisic-left-chelsea-amazing-step-serie-a-ac-milan/bltfdd6ef47d32f6fb4" target="_blank">becoming a Champions League winner at Chelsea</a> and <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/top-50-player-best-serie-a-is-christian-pulisic-world-class-former-usmnt-team-mate-explains-standing-ac-milan-forward-global-elite/blt2642638be7d62acb" target="_blank">posting personal bests as a talismanic presence for AC Milan</a>.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Pulisic is enjoying his time in Italy, even if his status does divide opinion among supporters at San Siro. He has told <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XTldvTAkEM " target="_blank"><em>Serie A’s official YouTube channel</em></a>: “I enjoy the passion for the game, for football. It is really crazy in this country, especially in Milan. Anywhere I go, someone either loves me or hates me because they’re Inter fans, it’s a pretty cool thing, really special.”</p>

WHAT CHRISTIAN PULISIC SAID

<p>While revelling in his role as a global superstar, Pulisic is looking to break down barriers that will <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/why-introverted-usmnt-star-christian-pulisic-agreed-documentary-ac-milan-forward-reveals-present-future-goals/bltb294e5670d95492a" target="_blank">allow more Americans to follow in his illustrious footsteps</a>. He added: “I try to always do my best and represent my country. I don’t feel too much pressure from the American people that I need to be so much of a symbol. I always give my best, and I think that will be enough for people. I hope that I can inspire some kids back home who are watching.
</p><p>“One of the reasons I started to love football is that, as a kid, after school, I’d go straight to the ground and play all day long.
</p><p>“Giving kids the opportunity to do this might make them fall in love with the game and develop a passion, just like I did. Soccer is growing a lot in America. I want to be looked at as a leader, an example. It’s not just what I do with the national team, but what I do every single day, how I perform with my club. I hope those watching are inspired.”</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Pulisic will not be starring on home soil this summer after <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/bad-look-christian-pulisic-lionel-messi-example-usmnt-star-alexi-lalas-reacts-ac-milan-forward-ruling-himself-out-gold-cup-squad/blt3e27b2c0251df7ae" target="_blank">ruling himself out of Mauricio Pochettino’s plans for the CONCACAF Gold Cup</a>. He is focused on resting and recovering ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.</p>

WHAT NEXT?

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Christian Pulisic considers his “love me or hate me” standing to be “pretty cool” as he looks to inspire the next generation of USMNT stars.

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