Trending Now - Pulisic Breaks Goal Drought as USMNT Prepares for Home World Cup

WHO:

CNN - Christian Pulisic, U.S. men's national soccer team (USMNT), manager Mauricio Pochettino, striker Ricardo Pepi, defender Alex Freeman, midfielder Weston McKennie, forward Folarin Balogun, forward Tim Weah, captain Tim Ream, captain Sadio Mane, Senegalese striker Nicolas Jackson.

Fox News - Christian Pulisic, U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino.

WHAT:

CNN - Pulisic's goal in the match against Senegal was his first goal of any kind since December 28, 2025, and his first for the U.S. since November 18, 2024, marking a span of eight caps without scoring.

The New York Times - Pulisic's total USMNT goal contributions now stand at 52, surpassing Eric Wynalda into sole possession of fourth all-time.

Fox News - Pulisic stated, "I felt this confidence, like I have played really well in recent months, but all everyone seems to want to worry about is goals," after ending his goal drought.

CNN - Pulisic's goal brought his total USMNT goal contributions to 52, surpassing Eric Wynalda into sole possession of fourth all-time.

Fox News - Pulisic's last goal for AC Milan was on December 28, 2025, against Hellas Verona.

Fox News - Pochettino stated, "The performance of Christian, for 45 minutes, was really, really good," highlighting Pulisic's training habits and commitment.

The New York Times - Pulisic became just the fourth player to reach 20 assists for the USMNT, following Donovan (58), Michael Bradley (23), and Cobi Jones (22).

CNN - Pulisic's goal was his first for the U.S. since November 2024 and his first goal of any kind since December 2025.

Fox News - Pulisic had not scored in his last 19 matches for AC Milan before the friendly against Senegal.

Fox News - Folarin Balogun's goal in the match was his third time having the ball in the net, with one goal overturned by VAR and another ruled out for a foul in the buildup.

CNN - Christian Pulisic scored a goal in the 19th minute of a friendly match against Senegal.

CNN - The U.S. won the match against Senegal with a score of 3-2.

Fox News - Pulisic ended an eight-match scoreless streak for the U.S. national team and a 19-match scoreless streak for AC Milan.

Fox News - Pulisic stated, "Now maybe we can stop talking about it" regarding his goal drought.

Fox News - Folarin Balogun scored to put the U.S. ahead in the 62nd minute.

WHERE:

CNN - The match took place at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Fox News - The U.S. will play its next friendly match against Germany in Chicago.

WHEN:

Fox News - The U.S. will play its next friendly match against Germany on a Saturday.

CNN - The U.S. will play its first World Cup Group D match against Paraguay on June 12, 2026.

Fox News - The friendly match against Senegal occurred on May 31, 2026.

WHY:

CNN - Pochettino expressed confidence in Pulisic, stating, "I really trust in that," regarding Pulisic's potential to score in the World Cup.

CNN - Pulisic's goal was significant as it marked the end of a lengthy goal drought and was seen as a boost for the team's morale ahead of the World Cup.

Fox News - Pulisic expressed relief at scoring, stating, "I felt this confidence, like I have played really well in recent months, but all everyone seems to want to worry about is goals."

HOW:

CNN - Pulisic's goal came after a play initiated by defender Alex Freeman, who made a perfect pass to Ricardo Pepi, leading to Pulisic's scoring opportunity.

CNN - Pulisic's goal came from a play initiated by Ricardo Pepi, who assisted him after drawing the Senegalese defense.

Fox News - Pochettino praised Pulisic's performance, noting his training habits and commitment leading up to the match.

(UPDATED June 1, 2026 23:27 UTC)

Christian Pulisic scored his first goal since December 28, 2025, during a match against Senegal, ending a drought that lasted eight caps and marking his first goal for the U.S. since November 18, 2024. With this goal, Pulisic's total contributions to the U.S. Men's National Team now stand at fifty-two, placing him in sole possession of fourth all-time, surpassing Eric Wynalda. Looking ahead, the U.S. will face Germany in a friendly match on a Saturday, as Pochettino expressed confidence in Pulisic's ability to score in the upcoming World Cup.

(UPDATED June 1, 2026 20:23 UTC)

Christian Pulisic has made headlines by surpassing Eric Wynalda with his 52 total goal contributions for the US Men's National Team, placing him in sole possession of fourth all-time. His last goal for AC Milan came on December 28, 2025, against Hellas Verona, and coach Mauricio Pochettino praised his performance and commitment during training, stating, "The performance of Christian, for 45 minutes, was really, really good." Additionally, Pulisic has become just the fourth player to reach 20 assists for the USMNT, joining the ranks of legends like Landon Donovan, Michael Bradley, and Cobi Jones.

(UPDATED June 1, 2026 12:48 UTC)

In a recent friendly match against Senegal, Christian Pulisic scored his first goal for the U.S. since November 2024 and his first overall since December 2025, breaking a long drought that saw him go 19 matches without a goal for AC Milan. The goal was set up beautifully by defender Alex Freeman, who delivered a perfect pass to Ricardo Pepi, creating the opportunity for Pulisic. Meanwhile, Folarin Balogun found the net as well, marking his third goal, although one was overturned by VAR and another disallowed due to a foul in the buildup.

(UPDATED June 1, 2026 10:38 UTC)

Christian Pulisic scored a crucial goal in the 19th minute of a friendly match against Senegal, helping the U.S. men's national soccer team secure a 3-2 victory at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. This goal not only ended Pulisic's eight-match scoreless streak for the national team but also marked the end of a 19-match drought for AC Milan, with Pulisic expressing relief by saying, "Now maybe we can stop talking about it." Looking ahead, the U.S. will face Germany in their next friendly match in Chicago before kicking off their World Cup Group D campaign against Paraguay on June 12, 2026.