AC Milan’s Christian Pulisic has etched his name into the annals of U.S. soccer history. The 26-year-old American star has scored in four consecutive Serie A matches, a feat not achieved by a U.S. player in Europe’s top five leagues since Roy Wegerle’s run with Queens Park Rangers in 1990. This scoring streak underscores Pulisic’s growing importance to the Rossoneri and his resurgence on the international stage.
On a crisp autumn evening at the iconic San Siro stadium, the air is electric with anticipation. Christian Pulisic, once dubbed “Captain America” during his time at Chelsea, has found a new lease on life in the red and black of AC Milan. His recent performances have not only endeared him to the Milanese faithful but have also reignited discussions about his place among the elite of world football.
Pulisic has been a revelation for us,” exclaims Marco Rossi, a lifelong Milan fan, outside the stadium. “Every time he touches the ball, you can feel the excitement ripple through the crowd.”
Pulisic’s journey at AC Milan began with a bang in the 2023-24 season. In his debut campaign, the American winger netted an impressive 15 goals across all competitions, setting a personal best and quickly becoming a fan favorite at the San Siro.
However, it’s his form in the current 2024-25 season that has truly captured the imagination. Milan’s sporting director, Frederic Massara, couldn’t hide his enthusiasm when speaking to reporters after a recent match. Christian has exceeded all our expectations,” Massara beamed. His ability to influence games is remarkable, and he’s become a true leader on the pitch.
Pulisic’s recent scoring run is nothing short of historic. He has found the back of the net in six of his last seven appearances for club and country, including a streak of four consecutive Serie A matches. This run began on September 14, 2024, with a coolly converted penalty against Venezia.
The American’s hot streak continued with goals in high-profile matches against Inter Milan, Lecce, and most recently, Fiorentina. His goal in the Milan derby was particularly special, coming under the watchful eye of his girlfriend, professional golfer Alexa Melton, who was in attendance.
By scoring in four straight Serie A appearances, Pulisic has matched a 34-year-old record set by Roy Wegerle. The former U.S. international achieved this feat with Queens Park Rangers in the old English First Division back in August-September 1990.
“It’s an honor to be mentioned alongside Roy Wegerle,” Pulisic said after his latest goal. “But for me, it’s about helping the team and continuing to improve. There’s still a lot of football to be played this season.”
Pulisic’s scintillating form for Milan comes at an opportune time for the U.S. Men’s National Team. With former Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino now at the helm of the USMNT, expectations are high for Pulisic to translate his club form to the international stage.
Christian’s performances in Italy have been outstanding,” Pochettino stated in a recent press conference. “We’re excited to have him bring that confidence and goal-scoring touch to our upcoming matches.”
As Pulisic prepares to join the USMNT for their upcoming fixtures, the focus at AC Milan is already on their next Serie A clash. The Rossoneri will face Udinese on October 19, 2024, with fans eagerly anticipating whether Pulisic can extend his scoring streak to five consecutive league matches.
Back at the San Siro, the excitement is palpable. Season ticket holder Giulia Bianchi summed up the mood: “Pulisic has given us a new hero to cheer for. We can’t wait to see what he’ll do next.”
As the sun sets over Milan and the floodlights of the San Siro flicker to life, one thing is clear: Christian Pulisic’s renaissance in Italy is more than just a fleeting moment of form. It’s a statement of intent from a player determined to leave his mark on European football and carry the hopes of American soccer on his shoulders.
