The New York Times – Sports:
Christian Pulisic’s role as a late-game substitute for Chelsea has not been the perfect preparation for Qatar. But his form is not the only question facing the United States.
Category: Pulisic, Christian (1998- )
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U.S. Men’s Soccer Team Closes World Cup Tuneups Looking Listless
The New York Times – Sports:
The team had a scoreless draw with Saudi Arabia to follow a 2-0 loss to Japan. In more ways than one, they were atypical of the send-off matches in World Cup years.
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For USMNT and Others, World Cup Run Starts With a Sprint
The New York Times – Sports:
The schedule for Qatar is set, but rosters are not. For players in the United States and elsewhere, a few weeks in a camp and a handful of matches could change everything.
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U.S. Men’s Soccer Team Clinches World Cup Berth
The New York Times – Sports:
Five years after a calamitous night cost them a World Cup berth, the United States took the field in Costa Rica and, by merely avoiding a calamitous defeat, earned a place in Qatar.
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Christian Pulisic Leads U.S. Past Panama and to Brink of World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
Christian Pulisic led the way with three goals, but the Americans still must go to Costa Rica to guarantee their place in Qatar.
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U.S. Ties Mexico, Extending World Cup Wait
The New York Times – Sports:
Fine margins are the hallmark of World Cup qualifying. For the Americans, their rivals and a handful of other teams around the world, Thursday was no different.
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U.S. Faces Mexico With Simple Goal: ‘We Just Have to Qualify’
The New York Times – Sports:
The bitter sting of a missed World Cup shadows a young team nearing the end of its qualifying road. Three games will decide its fate.
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After Mexico Win, U.S. Falls Flat in Draw
The New York Times – Sports:
Before a sparse Kingston crowd limited by pandemic regulations, the United States could not sustain the momentum from its victory against Mexico last week in front of raucous home fans.
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U.S. Beats Mexico and Then Rubs It In
The New York Times – Sports:
Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie scored and the Americans, fueled by a perceived slight, reveled in their third win over their rival this year.