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Mint
2 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Who is Christian Pulisic? USMNT star beats Lamine Yamal to win 2025 ESPYS best soccer player award
Christian Pulisic, the captain of the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT), has added another accolade to his growing resume by winning the Best Soccer Player award at the 2025 ESPYS. Pulisic outshone a formidable trio from Barcelona, Lamine Yamal, Aitana Bonmatí, and Alexia Putellas, to claim the award, determined by public vote. This victory also highlights his remarkable 2024-25 season with AC Milan. Christian Pulisic delivered his best professional campaign yet, tallying an impressive 17 goals and 10 assists in 50 appearances for AC Milan. His contributions were instrumental in securing the Italian Super Cup for the Rossoneri, their first since 2016. A standout moment came in a dramatic 3–2 comeback win against rivals Inter Milan, where Pulisic scored a crucial goal. 'That goal against Inter was one of those moments you dream about as a kid,' Pulisic said in a post-match interview, reflecting his passion for big stages. Despite his individual brilliance, AC Milan struggled in Serie A, finishing eighth and missing out on European competitions. However, Pulisic's performances earned him widespread admiration. Pulisic's ESPYS win is particularly significant given the caliber of his competitors. Lamine Yamal, an 18-year-old sensation and a frontrunner for the 2025 Ballon d'Or, recorded 18 goals and 21 assists while helping Barcelona secure a domestic treble. Aitana Bonmati, the 2024 Women's Ballon d'Or winner, and Alexia Putellas, a two-time Ballon d'Or recipient, led Barcelona to another Liga F title, a fifth Spanish Super Cup, and an 11th Copa de la Reina. However, Pulisic's strong fanbase and exceptional season made him claim the win. By claiming the Best Soccer Player award, Pulisic has joined an exclusive list of soccer icons, including Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, David Beckham, Ronaldinho, and Mia Hamm. The ESPYS, an annual ESPN-produced ceremony, celebrate athletic excellence, and Pulisic's victory underscores his growing influence. From his early days in Hershey, Pennsylvania, to starring for top clubs like Borussia Dortmund, Chelsea, and now AC Milan, Pulisic has amassed 56 goals and 41 assists in 258 appearances, including a hat trick. His 2025 ESPYS win is a testament to his talent and a sign of even greater achievements to come.
New York Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- New York Times
Connections: Sports Edition hints for July 18, 2025, puzzle No. 298
Need help with today's Connections: Sports Edition puzzle? You've come to the right place. Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores. A quick public service announcement before we continue: The bottom of this article includes one answer in each of the four categories. So if you want to solve the board hint-free, we recommend you play before continuing. Advertisement You can access Friday's game here. Game No. 298's difficulty: 4.5 out of 5 Scroll below for one answer in each of the four categories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yellow: TEX Green: NOTRE DAME Blue: BRADLEY Purple: PULISIC The next puzzle will be available at midnight in your time zone. Thanks for playing — and share your scores in the comments! (Illustration: John Bradford / The Athletic)
Hypebeast
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Why Your Favorite Football Club Is Quietly Getting Into Golf
Are we about to see more global football clubs entering the golf conversation? AC Milanjust unveiled a new golf capsule withPUMA Golf; a tonal, lifestyle-forward collection fronted byChristian Pulisic, USMNT winger and known golf obsessive. The drop blends performance and elegance in equal measure, pulling cues from Milan's off-pitch identity with a newly designed 'AC Milan Golf Club' crest. 'Golf has always been one of my biggest passions outside of football,' said Pulisic. 'So bringing those two sides of my world together through this collection has been truly special.' It's not the first move of its kind. Last winter,Premier LeaguesideAston Villaquietly stepped onto the fairway with acapsule of links-ready gearincluding polos, jackets and hats with bespoke embroidery created in collaboration with kit sponsoradidas. Villa stars Matty Cash and Tyrone Mings fronted that campaign, which lived across club-owned socials. Taken together, these collaborations reveal something deeper: for top-tier athletes, golf isn't just a hobby. It's part of their lifestyle. Amid the nonstop rhythm of domestic and international competition, golf offers something else entirely. A personal reset, a chance to connect with teammates away from the pitch, and a controlled environment where everything moves at your pace. Of course, club-branded golf merch isn't entirely new. But what's changed is the intent, as well as the styling. These aren't novelty headcovers or tossed-in ball markers anymore. Football clubs are operating like fashion houses now, building lifestyle narratives that stretch from matchday to off-season. Golf, in that context, becomes another canvas. A place to show taste, to point to heritage and convert fandom into wearability. Using first-team players as talent? That's the cheat code. Because what they lack in swing fundamentals, they more than make up for in Balefigured this out after retirement, but what we're seeing now is the realization that you don't have to wait until your boots are hung up. You can build that crossover identity while still playing at the highest level.
Fox Sports
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
USA vs. Mexico: Why Christian Pulisic And Other Stars Aren't At The Gold Cup
The United States men's national team will face their historic rivals Mexico in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup final on Sunday, and they'll do it without some of their biggest and brightest stars. Unlike Mexico, who came into this tournament at near-full-strength, the U.S. is missing several key players, including "Captain America" himself, Christian Pulisic. But why will the U.S. be so shorthanded for the final? Here's a breakdown of why some of the biggest names in the U.S. player pool aren't at the Gold Cup: Rest for Pulisic Christian Pulisic isn't with the U.S. after deciding to sit out of the Gold Cup following two grueling seasons in Europe with AC Milan. The 26-year-old attacker told CBS Sports that he offered to play the two friendlies versus Turkiye and Switzerland before the tournament started, but coach Mauricio Pochettino turned him down. "That's the coach's decision," Pulisic said. "I fully respect that. I didn't understand it, but it is what it is." During a pregame press conference earlier in the tournament, FOX Sports' Doug McIntyre asked Pochettino about Pulisic's comments, and the former Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur manager didn't hold back. "Players don't need to understand," Pochettino said. "Players need to listen and to stick with our plan. They cannot dictate the plan. "He explained why he only wanted to be involved in two games and not the Gold Cup, and I respect that," added Pochettino. "I understand him. But I do need that he understands our decision. "When I signed my contract with the [U.S. Soccer] Federation, I am the head coach. I am not a mannequin." Club World Cup commitments While the best international squads in Concacaf are competing in the Gold Cup, the top clubs in the world are playing in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, including Borussia Dortmund, where Gio Reyna is under contract, and Juventus, where Weston McKennie and Tim Weah both play. McKennie appeared in all four of Juventus' Club World Cup matches before they were eliminated by Real Madrid in the Round of 16. Weah also featured for Juventus during the tournament, but only for a single half. He's been linked with a move away from Juventus, but recently turned down a move to Premier League club Nottingham Forest. Reyna has been the most sparsely-used American at the Club World Cup, playing just 12 minutes in the entire tournament. Dortmund will play Real Madrid in the semifinals on Saturday. The injured crew The United States' starting fullbacks at the 2022 FIFA World Cup were both left off of the Gold Cup roster due to injuries. Sergiño Dest, who last appeared for the U.S. in March 2024 due to a torn ACL, was dropped from Pochettino's Gold Cup roster so that he could continue his recovery in the Netherlands with PSV Eindhoven. He was replaced by Holstein Kiel's John Tolkin on the U.S. roster. Antonee "Jedi" Robinson had an outstanding season in the Premier League with Fulham, but had it cut short after undergoing minor surgery to his right knee. He's expected to be available for the start of the 2025-26 Premier League campaign, which kicks off on August 15. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! recommended Get more from Gold Cup Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Alexi Lalas Names Clear Favorite for USA-Mexico
Alexi Lalas Names Clear Favorite for USA-Mexico originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The United States Men's National Team will meet Mexico in the CONCACAF Gold Cup final for the eighth time on Sunday. Advertisement USMNT advanced to the final with a 2-1 win against Guatemala on Wednesday, sparked by two goals from rising star Diego Luna. Mexico, the defending Gold Cup champions, followed suit by taking down Honduras 1-0. The results set up the final in Houston on Sunday, which will kick off at 7 p.m. ET on FOX. After Wednesday's semifinals set up the first USA-Mexico clash in the final since 2021, Fox Soccer analyst and former United States international Alexi Lalas did not hesitate to name the favorite for Sunday's showdown. Fox Soccer analyst Alexi Lalas believes the US squad is the underdog in the Gold Cup Lee-Imagn Images Lalas named the United States as "absolute underdogs," taking it a step further by claiming that a loss would be "embarrassing" for Mexico as a nation. Advertisement Across seven previous meetings in the Gold Cup final, Mexico holds a definitive 5-2 record in the cross-border series. Lalas, 55, cited the "realities of the situation," referring to the rosters of both teams. Mexico entered the tournament with a mostly full-strength squad, while Mauricio Pochettino and USMNT had to deal with the absences of European-based stars who chose to sit out. Christian Pulisic was the most controversial absentee, but the Yanks are also competing without several other players expected to have key roles in the 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, such as Weston McKennie, Timothy Weah, Antonee Robinson and Sergino Dest. Advertisement In their stead, Luna and Malik Tillman have emerged as the leaders of the USMNT en route to the final. They have both recorded three goals and two assists in the tournament. Defender Cesar Montes is Mexico's leading scorer at the Gold Cup with three goals. Related: Christian Pulisic's Girlfriend Sends Clear Message Amid USMNT Absence Related: Cristiano Ronaldo Struggles to Make Sense of Diogo Jota's Tragic Death This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
