Skip to main contentSkip to footer
Iran v USA: Group B - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022© GettyImages

Who is Cristian Pulisic, the soccer star nicknamed Captain America?

Pulisic has been one of the leading figures in the US National Team and the Qatar World Cup.


Maria Loreto
Senior Writer
DECEMBER 1, 2022 8:16 PM EST

The FIFA World Cup has been filled with surprises. Underdog teams have soared over well established ones, and new soccer stars have made a name for themselves, among them, USA’s Christian Pulisic, who’s been nicknamed the real life Captain Amercia.

While Pulisic has long had a successful international soccer career, for those who aren’t fans of the sport, this might be their first time encountering him and his playstyle. Here are some things you should know about the young soccer star:

He plays in the Premier League

FC Salzburg v Chelsea FC: Group E   UEFA Champions League© GettyImages
Pulisic at the UEFA Champions League

Christian Pulisic plays in one of the most important soccer leagues in the world, the British Premier League. He plays in Chelsea alongside stars like Thiago Silva, Jorginho, and César Azpilicueta.

He’s nicknamed Captain America

View post on X

Following his performance on the game against Iran, where he scored the single goal of the match and got an injury in the process, Pulisic’s nickname went viral, alongside a Captain America manip.

He’s the most expensive North American player of all time

Brentford FC v Chelsea FC   Premier League© GettyImages
Pulisic playing in the Premier League

Pulisic transferred from Borussia Dortmund to Chelsea for a fee of $73 million, making him the most expesive North American player of all time.

He’s the first American to play in the UEFA Champions League final

England v USA: Group B   FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022© GettyImages
Pulisic playing against England

Following his transfer to Chelsea, Pulisic played in the UEFA Champions League final, becoming the first American player to occupy this space. During the tournament, he became the youngest Chelsea player and the first American to score in a Champions League semi-final.

He’s playing this Saturday

View post on X

Following his performance against Iran and the injury he acquired following his winning goal, fans were worried that Pulisic wouldn’t be able to play in this Saturday’s Round of 16 match against the Netherlands. While he suffered from a pelvic contusion, he reassured fans he’d be in shape for the next match, ready to support the US and their run in the World Cup.