'Captain America' has established himself as Europe's most successful American footballer and the story is coming to the small screen.
Christian Pulisic joined AC Milan with the aim of becoming a key figure for both the Rossoneri and Serie A as a whole. No American soccer player has ever achieved the level of success and worldwide recognition that Pulisic enjoys today. That is why his journey has been transformed into a biographical documentary.
In an interview with GQ Sports, the player nicknamed 'Captain America' shared insights into his current experience in Italian football and his leadership role within the USMNT. These themes are at the heart of a series produced by CBS Sports and Paramount+ that chronicles the life and career of the star player for the United States National Team.
The first episode of the series recently premiered and features notable figures such as Zlatan Ibrahimović and Clint Dempsey reflecting on Pulisic's remarkable career. Born in Pennsylvania, Pulisic first attracted attention with standout performances at Borussia Dortmund's academy. He later moved to Chelsea, where he won the UEFA Champions League at the age of 22. Now at AC Milan he has taken on a prominent role within the team.
Fans in Italy have been quick to recognize Pulisic's contributions. In the first episode, a Rossoneri supporter praises him and says: “My favorite player is Christian Pulisic. In less than two years he became the King of Milan.”
Pulisic: a leader for club and country
During the interview, Pulisic reflected on his journey from Germany to Italy and the crucial role his father and close support system played in his career. Despite his generally reserved personality, Pulisic is flourishing in this new chapter in his career, embracing a level of attention and responsibility he has never experienced before.
No other American soccer player has reached the same heights on the international stage as Pulisic. Now he faces the added challenge of leading the USMNT through a new cycle under coach Mauricio Pochettino, with the 2026 World Cup on the horizon. Clint Dempsey emphasized the weight of this responsibility, commenting: “We've had players who have been key figures in solid mid-table teams, but no one has been the key player for one of Europe's biggest clubs.”
The documentary series currently consists of three episodes of 44 minutes each. The first chapter debuted on December 9, offering fans an intimate look at the life and career of one of football's biggest stars.
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