Christian Pulisic nominated for The Best award

The USMNT star has had a spectacular season and FIFA has recognized him as a Best XI nominee.

Christian Pulisic has emerged as the star of the US national team and a key figure for both AC Milan and Serie A. The forward has amassed impressive statistics that have earned him a place among FIFA's nominations for the Best Midfielder of the Year .

The American is an undisputed starter under Paulo Fonseca and has played in twelve of AC Milan's thirteen Serie A matches this season. He has started 10 of those matches, playing 80% of the total minutes and directly contributing to 45% of the team's goals. This consistency and impact have cemented his reputation as a vital player for club and country.

Who is nominated for The Best?

As for the USMNT, Pulisic wears the captain's armband and is without a doubt one of Mauricio Pochettino's key figures. He is one of the pillars on which the American team has built its project to establish itself as a CONCACAF powerhouse.

Pulisic's performances have earned him a place in the FIFA Best XI nominations for the midfield position. Pulisic is joined by 21 other players who will vote for a place in the XI: Acosta, Almada, Baena, Bellingham, Calhanoglu, Camavinga, Foden, Ganso, Kroos, Kubo, López, Odegard, Olmo, Palmer, Rice, Rodri, James Rodríguez, Fabián, Valverde, Wirtz and Xhaka.

The players included in The Best FIFA Men's 11 are chosen via the FIFA digital platform, where fans can create an account to vote for their favorite players in any position, as well as individual prizes.