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Paramount Plus announces Christian Pulisic documentary series

The behind-the-scenes series will debut this fall

Paramount Plus has announced a multi-part documentary series on Christian Pulisic that will debut this fall.

The show, which will take place over multiple seasons, promises an “in-depth, behind-the-scenes look” at one of American soccer’s biggest stars.

“Christian Pulisic is the most high-profile men’s player to ever come out of America but very little is known about his personal life,” said Pete Radovich, CBS Sports senior creative director.

“We’re thrilled to be working with Christian to tell his life story, show the world who he really is, and highlight the tremendous impact he’s had on American soccer leading into the most demanding moments of his career.”

The show will begin filming this summer, and will follow Pulisic through the Copa América with the U.S. men’s national team. The series will then shift to Italy, where Pulisic will be embarking on his second season with AC Milan after a hugely successful debut campaign.

“I think it’s the perfect opportunity for me to show people a little bit of what it’s like being an American out in Europe, the struggles I go through, all these things,” Pulisic said in an interview on Paramount Plus.

“So for me, I think it’s a great time leading up to the World Cup in the U.S., so I’m just really excited about it.”

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USMNT star Pulisic skips AC Milan postseason tour of Australia

The USMNT won’t be disappointed to see the news

In a piece of good news for the U.S. men’s national team, Christian Pulisic was left off AC Milan’s squad for the club’s postseason trip to Australia.

Milan only just finished its season over the weekend, but the club will head out this week to face Roma in a friendly in Perth on Friday.

Most of Milan’s first-team players will make the trip, though Ismaël Bennacer and Rafael Leão weren’t part of the group heading Down Under.

Also missing out was Pulisic, who just wrapped up a career-best season that saw him record 15 goals and 11 assists.

Pulisic was reportedly left off due to commercial commitments. Based on an Instagram post, the USMNT star appeared to be back home in Pennsylvania on Monday.

For the USMNT, seeing Pulisic skip a grueling trip across the globe after a season in which he played 50 games will be welcome news.

The U.S. will convene in the Washington D.C. area later this week as it gets set to face Colombia in a friendly at Commanders Field on June 8. The team will then take on Brazil in Orlando on June 12 in its final tune-up ahead of the Copa América.

Another key member of the USMNT, Yunus Musah, was on Milan’s roster for the trip to Australia, and is set to be a late arrival into camp.

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Pulisic sends heartfelt message to Pioli: ‘You helped me find joy in the game again’

The USMNT star had his best season ever under the Italian coach’s guidance

Christian Pulisic has sent a message of gratitude to departing AC Milan manager Stefano Pioli, crediting the coach with helping him find joy in the game again.

Pioli signed off on a five-year tenure in charge of Milan on Saturday, coaching the team for the final time in a 3-3 draw with Salernitana.

Pulisic grabbed an assist in the Serie A finale, capping off a career-best season that saw him record 15 goals and 11 assists in his debut campaign with the Rossoneri.

Pioli has been instrumental in Pulisic’s revival, giving the U.S. men’s national team forward the consistent starting role he was never able to nail down at Chelsea.

The American has previously attributed his success in Milan to the trust he received from Pioli, and following Saturday’s game, he posted a heartfelt farewell to the Italian in a post on Instagram.

“Thank you for everything Mister,” Pulisic wrote. “You and your staff helped me find the joy in this beautiful game again and for that I’m most grateful. Wishing you nothing but the best always!

“And thank you fans for the support this year. Here’s to bigger and better things next year.”

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Milan finished Pulisic’s debut season in second place, failing to bring home any silverware in an up-and-down campaign.

Pulisic also paid tribute to two departing Milan players in his Instagram story, saying of Simon Kjaer: “It’s been a pleasure, wishing you nothing but the best.”

He also made sure to mention Olivier Giroud, with whom he played at Chelsea and at Milan: “Gonna miss you buddy, some special memories together,” Pulisic said.

With the season over, Pulisic will take some time off before reporting to USMNT camp ahead of pre-Copa América friendlies against Colombia and Brazil next month.

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Pulisic wraps career-best season with AC Milan assist in Salernitana draw

The result was a bit awkward, but Pulisic stayed productive as AC Milan finished its season

Christian Pulisic concluded the best season of his club career with one more assist as AC Milan and Salernitana battled to a 3-3 draw on Saturday.

Pulisic’s in-swinging cross found Milan captain Davide Calabria in the second half for what turned out to be an important goal, as Milan let a two-goal lead slip away against Serie A’s bottom club.

The U.S. men’s national team star finished the 2023-24 season with 15 goals and 11 assists in what was a highly successful first season with the Rossoneri. Among Serie A players this season, only Pulisic, teammate Rafael Leão, and Roma’s Paulo Dybala managed to score 15 or more goals and add 10-plus assists in all competitions.

Along with the productivity in front of goal, Pulisic was recently nominated for Serie A’s Midfielder of the Year award.

To get his assist, Pulisic first tracked down a Theo Hernández through ball in the 73rd minute. Once he managed to keep the ball in play, Pulisic pushed the ball back a touch before whipping in an inch-perfect cross for Calabria, who slashed through the defense to head in Milan’s third goal on the day.

At the time, it seemed like a bit of padding for Milan, who had dominated the match against a Salernitana side that has known relegation is coming for some time now.

It seemed like a good farewell for manager Stefano Pioli and big names like Olivier Giroud and Simon Kjaer, who are all leaving the club this summer.

However, late goals from Simeon Tochukwu Nwankwo and Junior Sambia spoiled the mood somewhat, with Milan players left a bit sheepish as they saluted fans at the San Siro for the last time this season.

Still, for Pulisic it’s one more goal contribution in an excellent campaign, and expectations with the USMNT will be sky high heading into the Copa América.

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Stefano Pioli officially exits AC Milan — the USMNT owes him one

The coach was instrumental in the USMNT star’s career-best season

Stefano Pioli’s time as AC Milan manager is over, the club has confirmed.

After five years in charge, Pioli will leave his post following Milan’s last game of the season on Saturday.

Pioli’s time at Milan included some major triumphs, particularly a Serie A title in 2021-22 and a Champions League semifinal berth last season.

But an indifferent 2023-24 campaign has seen Milan opt to move on from the 58-year-old.

“AC Milan extends heartfelt thanks to Stefano Pioli and his entire staff for leading the first team over the past five years, securing an unforgettable league title and re-establishing AC Milan’s consistent presence in the top European competition,” a club statement said.

“Stefano’s professionalism and human touch have significantly contributed to the growth of the squad, embodying the club’s core values ​​from day one.”

From an American standpoint, Pioli did plenty of good in his single season coaching U.S. men’s national team pair Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah.

Pioli trusted Musah with plenty of responsibility in his first season with the club, giving the 21-year-old a prominent role in midfield and even in defense occasionally.

As for Pulisic, the coach was instrumental in helping revitalize the USMNT star. Pulisic has delivered a career-best season, which he has attributed in part to the trust he received from Pioli.

“He has really come through on his promises,” Pulisic told Fox Sports in March. “It’s not just knowing you’re going to play — it’s having someone who really spoke to me before and really wanted me to come in.

“He’s given me an opportunity to go out and be myself the best way I know how, and has fit into what works best for the team.”

Paulo Fonseca is reportedly Milan’s choice to take over, after the Portuguese boss led Lille to fourth place in Ligue 1 this season.

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Pulisic stars in AC Milan 2024-25 home kit launch

The Puma kit will feature the club’s traditional black and red stripes

Christian Pulisic was front and center as Puma launched AC Milan’s 2024-25 home kit on Thursday.

The U.S. men’s national team star has had an outstanding debut campaign with the Rossoneri, scoring 15 goals en route to being named a finalist for the 2023-24 Serie A Best Midfielder award this week.

Pulisic was among several AC Milan stars featuring in the campaign to launch the club’s home kit for next season.

Milan will celebrate its 125th anniversary during the 2024-25 campaign, which will see the club return to its trademark pattern of red and black vertical stripes on its home kit.

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The jersey is finished off with white stripes on the collar and cuffs.

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“AC Milan’s new home kit is a testament to our rich heritage and the enduring legacy of Milanismo, which is able to bring together over 500 million fans across the globe,” said Maikel Oettle, the club’s chief commercial officer.

“This jersey truly embodies the spirit of passion, dedication, and innovation that defines our club. We are proud to unveil this special kit, which symbolizes our commitment not only to football excellence but also to our role as a social and cultural institution.”

Milan will debut the new kit on Saturday in the club’s final game of the season, with Pulisic and Co. hosting Salernitana at San Siro.

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AC Milan star Pulisic named finalist for Serie A Best Midfielder

The USMNT attacker has earned another accolade in a standout season

Christian Pulisic has been named among three finalists for the 2023-24 Serie A Best Midfielder award

The AC Milan attacker has earned the nomination after an outstanding debut campaign at San Siro. With one game remaining, Pulisic has scored 15 goals in all competitions, 12 of which have come in league play. Both totals are career highs.

Alongside the U.S. men’s national team star, Inter’s Hakan Çalhanoglu and Teun Koopmeiners of Atalanta are also finalists for the title of Serie A’s best midfielder this season.

Çalhanoglu has 13 goals in Serie A for the runaway champions, while Koopmeiners has scored 12 times in the league for fifth-place Atalanta.

Pulisic was also nominated for another award this week, as Serie A named the 25-year-old a finalist for its Player of the Month award for May.

Joining Pulisic in the running are Bremer (Juventus), Riccardo Calafiori (Bologna), Milan Đurić (Monza), Gianluca Scamacca (Atalanta), and Matías Vecino (Lazio).

Should Pulisic win the prize, it would be his second time this season after he was named Serie A Player of the Month for December.

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Pulisic credits Leao for standout goalscoring season at AC Milan

The USMNT star says his teammate requires plenty of attention from opposing defenses

Christian Pulisic believes his career-best goalscoring season at AC Milan would not have been possible if not for Rafael Leão’s presence.

With one game remaining, Pulisic has scored 15 goals in all competitions, 12 of which have come in league play. Both totals are career highs.

Pulisic has become a fixture on the right flank of Milan’s attacking setup, with Portugal star Leão usually lining up opposite Pulisic on the left side.

The U.S. men’s national team star has said that the attention Leão attracts from opposing defenses has led to numerous openings for him over the course of the season.

“The truth is that I’ve become accustomed to playing on the right, and I’ve been scoring goals thanks to a little secret: it’s called Rafael Leão,” Pulisic said in an interview with Il Giornale, transcribed by Sempre Milan.

“I’ve studied and understood how he moves. Usually, he attracts two or three opponents, so the defense is not so covered on the opposite side. Therefore, I can move towards the middle of the box and I am sure I will receive a perfectly timed pass.”

Leão has come in for criticism at times this season, as the 24-year-old has mixed in outstanding performances with matches that aren’t up to his high standards.

After scoring 15 times in Serie A last season, the Portugal international has only eight goals this time around.

Pulisic has defended his teammate, saying that he can sometimes be a victim of the high expectations he has created for himself.

Asked about fan criticism of Leão, the USMNT star replied: “Because they remember his best days and expect him to always be at his best, every week, scoring 50 goals a season! He and I often talk about this, and I can assure you that Rafa is the first to know and to strive to give more to Milan and his career.”

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Pulisic wins Gentleman Award for fair play during AC Milan debut season

The USMNT star has picked up another honor amid a standout debut campaign in Milan

Christian Pulisic has won the Gentleman Award for AC Milan, recognizing his professionalism on and off the field during his debut season for the club.

Pulisic was awarded the prize at the Premio Gentleman ceremony on Thursday night, earning another honor amid a career-best season.

The 25-year-old has been one of Milan’s best players in 2023-24, tallying 15 goals and nine assists in all competitions.

The Premio Gentleman awards were first handed out in 1996 as a prize for Inter and AC Milan players who demonstrated fair play on the pitch, and professionalism off of it.

Since then, the awards have been expanded to include more categories and teams in Serie A.

After he was handed the prize on stage at the ceremony in Milan, the U.S. men’s national team star spoke about his stellar debut season.

“It was fantastic, I’m very grateful for the opportunity to play for Milan,” he said. “I love the city, the team, it was a fantastic first year for me.”

Pulisic was also asked about becoming the first AC Milan midfielder since Kaká in 2005-06 to score more than 10 non-penalty goals in a season.

“I’ve seen the statistics. It’s nice to be associated with a player like that, a legend of the club. I really have to thank everyone if I’m part of that,” Pulisic said.

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Pulisic salutes Giroud after France striker confirms AC Milan exit

The pair spent three seasons as teammates over two different clubs

Christian Pulisic has paid tribute to Olivier Giroud after the striker announced he is leaving AC Milan.

Giroud confirmed the end of his three-year spell at San Siro, saying he was joining a MLS club ahead of a widely reported move to Los Angeles FC.

Pulisic and Giroud spent one season playing together at Milan, the second club at which they were teammates. The U.S. and France internationals also played alongside one another at Chelsea from 2019 to 2021.

After demonstrating real chemistry during their time at Chelsea, Pulisic and Giroud have continued that connection in Milan. Giroud has assisted two of Pulisic’s 15 goals with Milan this season, while Pulisic has provided the assist on three of Giroud’s 16 goals.

Pulisic assisted Giroud on May 5 against Genoa in what could be the striker’s final goal for the Rossoneri, unless he finds the net in one of the club’s final two games this season.

After Giroud announced he was leaving Milan on Monday, Pulisic sent a message via his Instagram story.

“Lucky to have graced the pitch with this guy,” the USMNT star wrote while reposting a tribute video from Milan.

Pulisic also participated in a tribute video from Milan featuring messages from many of the striker’s current teammates.

“I feel like I’ve learned so much thanks to you and we’ve had an amazing connection on the pitch,” Pulisic said.

Pulisic and Giroud will have two more chances to play as teammates. Milan faces Torino on Saturday and Salernitana on May 26 to wrap up a campaign that has already seen the club clinch second place in Serie A.

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