Christian Pulisic returns from 2-month injury layoff
March 8, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — American midfielder Christian Pulisic returned from a two-month injury layoff, entering in the 83rd minute of Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night that advanced the London team to the Champions League quarterdinals.
Mexico forfeits matches, fined by FIFA over Zendejas
January 19, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Mexico was ordered to forfeit a pair of friendlies and fined 10,000 Swiss francs ($10,900) by FIFA for using American forward Alejandro Zendejas.
FIFA said Mexico also was ordered to forfeit three under-23 matches in which it used Zendejas.
Tyler Adams voted top US men’s soccer player for 2022
January 13, 2023 GMTCHICAGO (AP) — Tyler Adams was voted the U.S. Soccer Federation’s Male Player of the Year for the first time on Friday after becoming the youngest captain at last year’s World Cup.
Adams received 71.6% of votes, followed by three-time winner Christian Pulisic (14.7%), Matt Turner (8.2%), Antonee Robinson and Tim Ream.
Christian Pulisic out for up to 2 months after injury
January 11, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — Christian Pulisic is facing up to two months out with a knee injury, Chelsea manager Graham Potter said Wednesday.
The United States forward sustained damage to his right knee in Chelsea's 1-0 loss to Manchester City last week.
Chelsea forward Pulisic to miss ‘weeks’ with knee injury
January 8, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Chelsea forward Christian Pulisic will be sidelined for at least two weeks with a knee injury, manager Graham Potter said on Sunday.
The United States winger hurt his right knee while attempting a shot on goal in a 1-0 loss to Manchester City on Thursday in the Premier League.
MATCHDAY: Man City-Chelsea again this week in FA Cup
January 7, 2023 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Sunday:
ENGLAND
Manchester City and Chelsea meet for the second time in less than 72 hours, this time in the FA Cup. City won 1-0 when they played in the Premier League on Thursday and Chelsea's lengthy injury list added more names that night after Raheem Sterling and Christian Pulisic went off hurt.
Pulisic hurts right knee, joins Chelsea’s long injury list
January 5, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — Christian Pulisic joined Chelsea's long injury list after hurting his right knee while attempting a shot on goal in the 1-0 loss to Manchester City on Thursday.
The United States winger required treatment after appearing to jar his knee as City defender John Stones made a last-ditch tackle midway through the first half.
Hurt on goal, Pulisic hopes to face Netherlands at World Cup
December 1, 2022 GMTDOHA, Qatar (AP) — Having scored the winning goal for the United States against Iran, Christian Pulisic watched the final minutes from a hospital on a mobile phone.
“They were checking my blood sugar and everything and it was flying through the roof,” the U.S.
Pulisic listed as day-to-day with pelvic injury at World Cup
November 30, 2022 GMTDOHA, Qatar (AP) — U.S. forward Christian Pulisic is listed as day to day after sustaining a pelvic injury during his team's 1-0 World Cup win against Iran that sent the Americans to the round of 16 of the tournament on Tuesday.
US battles injuries, idleness ahead of World Cup opener
November 19, 2022 GMTDOHA, Qatar (AP) — A World Cup jammed into the middle of the European season isn’t ideal, especially for the United States.
Injuries and idleness run throughout the roster ahead of Monday's match against Wales.
Christian Pulisic to wear No. 10 for US at World Cup
November 14, 2022 GMTForward and winger Christian Pulisic will wear No. 10 for the United States at the World Cup and goalkeeper Matt Turner will wear No. 1.
The U.S. team announced jersey numbers Monday, a week before the Americans play Wales at Al Rayyan, Qatar, in their first World Cup match since 2014.
Hoping to be man of hour, Pulisic has few minutes before Cup
November 10, 2022 GMTHoping to be the U.S. man of the hour, Christian Pulisic heads to the World Cup a man of few minutes.
He is the first American to play in and win a Champions League final and he was already a three-time U.S.
Pepi, Steffen left off US World Cup roster, Ream, Wright on
November 10, 2022 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. World Cup team is truly of the video generation. Players who received a FaceTime from coach Gregg Berhalter were headed to Qatar and those given audio calls missed the cut.
Potter has losing return to Brighton; City tops EPL with win
October 29, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Well before halftime, Brighton supporters were already taunting the manager they once adored with chants of “You’re getting sacked in the morning.”
Graham Potter may not have to worry about being fired just yet, but his return to Brighton created the closest thing to a crisis he has experienced in his fledgling Chelsea reign.
Chelsea loses 4-1 in Potter’s return to Brighton in EPL
October 29, 2022 GMTBRIGHTON, England (AP) — Graham Potter endured a chastening return to Brighton as his former club beat Chelsea 4-1 on Saturday, with the Blues dropping points for the third English Premier League game in a row.
Pulisic scores as Chelsea beats Wolves 3-0 in EPL
October 8, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Christian Pulisic made the most of a rare start by scoring in a 3-0 win for Chelsea over Wolverhampton on Saturday to cap a good week for new manager Graham Potter.
The American forward was handed just his second English Premier League start this season and made it 2-0 with a delicate chip in the 49th minute at Stamford Bridge.
MATCHDAY: Madrid, Man City seek 3rd wins in Champions League
October 4, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Wednesday:
GROUP E
Chelsea is one of the top teams in early trouble in the group stage heading into a double-header against AC Milan, with the first match taking place at Stamford Bridge.
US coach Berhalter: ‘We got our butts kicked’ by Japan
September 26, 2022 GMTChristian Pulisic and Ricardo Pepi will join the U.S. starting lineup for the Americans' last World Cup warmup against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday night after coach Gregg Berhalter admitted “we got our butts kicked” by Japan last week.
US missing many starters ahead of World Cup warmup vs Japan
September 22, 2022 GMTGregg Berhalter's U.S. roster as the World Cup approaches is as notable for its absences as for those set to play in Friday's warmup against Japan at Düsseldorf, Germany.
Tim Weah, Yunus Musah, Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson and Zack Steffen are out with injuries for the Japan game and Tuesday's final warmup against Saudi Arabia at Murcia, Spain.
Berhalter: Firing of Chelsea’s Tuchel could benefit Pulisic
September 7, 2022 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — In the eyes of U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter, Chelsea’s decision to fire manager Thomas Tuchel could benefit American star Christian Pulisic.
Berhalter predicts Pulisic to regain Chelsea starting role
September 1, 2022 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — With Christian Pulisic stuck on Chelsea’s bench this season, U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter predicts his biggest star will get back into the English club’s starting lineup.
“I’m a guy that bets on Christian just because I’ve seen it before,” Berhalter said Wednesday after an event to promote Nike’s World Cup jersey launch on Sept.
Haji Wright transfers to Antalyaspor, gets 3-year deal
July 20, 2022 GMTAmerican forward Haji Wright is staying with Turkey's Antalyaspor, agreeing Tuesday to a three-year contract.
The 24-year-old from Los Angeles spent last season at Antalyaspor on loan from the Danish club SønderjyskE.
Horvath in goal for US, Wright gets start at El Salvador
June 15, 2022 GMTEthan Horvath was in goal for the first international appearance in a year and Haji Wright got his first start when the No. 15 United States played at 74th-ranked El Salvador on Tuesday night in the third-to-last World Cup prep match for the Americans.
Pulisic, Adams don’t dress for US against Grenada
June 11, 2022 GMTAUSTIN, Texas (AP) — U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter did not have forward Christian Pulisic and midfielder Tyler Adams dress Friday night for a World Cup warmup against 170th-ranked Grenada in the CONCACAF Nations League, giving a pair of regulars the day off against a relatively weak opponent.
Pulisic critical of level of US support at win over Morocco
June 2, 2022 GMTCINCINNATI (AP) — U.S. captain Christian Pulisic was critical of the level of American support from the crowd of 19,512 at TQL Stadium during a 3-0 victory over Morocco on Wednesday night in the first of four World Cup warmup matches in June.
Prospective owner Boehly sees Chelsea draw with Leicester
May 19, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Prospective new Chelsea owner Todd Boehly saw third place effectively secured with a 1-1 draw with Leicester in the Premier League on Thursday.
Marcos Alonso’s fine volley from Reece James’ diagonal cross recovered the point for Chelsea in the 34th minute after the wingback's failure to track back had allowed James Maddison to fire Leicester in front from 18 yards (meters).
10-man Leeds loses 3-0 to Chelsea, stays in EPL bottom three
May 11, 2022 GMTLEEDS, England (AP) — Hampered by another first-half red card, Leeds lost 3-0 at home to Chelsea on Wednesday to remain rooted in the Premier League's relegation zone heading into the final week of the season.
Tuchel says ‘zero problem’ between him and Pulisic
May 6, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has insisted there is “zero problem” between him and Christian Pulisic after recent comments made by the United States forward's father.
Mark Pulisic expressed disappointment after Chelsea's 1-0 loss to Everton on Sunday, when his son played 22 minutes as a second-half substitute.
Pulisic comes on as sub to score winner for Chelsea in EPL
April 24, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — U.S. forward Christian Pulisic came off the bench to score in the 90th minute and earn Chelsea a 1-0 win over West Ham that consolidated third place in the Premier League on Sunday.
Pulisic, who entered as part of a triple substitution by Chelsea in the 76th minute, converted a cross from Marcos Alonso with a first-time finish off his left foot into the bottom corner at Stamford Bridge.
US returns to World Cup despite 2-0 loss at Costa Rica
March 31, 2022 GMTSAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — Christian Pulisic walked across the field with a towel draped around his head, angry after another U.S.
Close to reaching World Cup, US looks to avoid last-day flop
March 30, 2022 GMTSAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — American soccer's harrowing memory of the loss in Trinidad 4 1/2 years ago remains omnipresent, if no longer raw.
Denied a berth in the 2018 World Cup by a 2-1 defeat to an already-eliminated opponent, U.S.
A club champion, Pulisic yearns for World Cup stage
March 28, 2022 GMTORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Christian Pulisic looked like the weight of millions of American soccer fans had been lifted from his shoulders.
Ferreira, Arriola among 4 changes to US lineup vs Panama
March 27, 2022 GMTORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Forward Jesús Ferreira, winger Paul Arriola, midfielder Luca de la Torre and right back Shaq Moore entered the United States' starting lineup for Sunday night's World Cup qualifier against Panama as coach Gregg Berhalter made four changes.
Memories of ’17: US-Panama at home in next-to-last qualifier
March 26, 2022 GMTORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — With two games left in World Cup qualifying, the United States heads into a showdown against Panama in Orlando knowing that winning the last home match will be key before going on the road for the finale.
Steffen starts for US vs Mexico as Berhalter uses top lineup
March 25, 2022 GMTMEXICO CITY (AP) — Zack Steffen was in goal as U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter used an “A” team lineup and changed five starters Thursday night for a World Cup qualifier against Mexico at Estadio Azteca.
Embattled Chelsea beats Lille to reach CL quarters
March 16, 2022 GMTLILLE, France (AP) — Much remains uncertain about Chelsea's future, but for now the reigning champion is through to the Champions League quarterfinals.
U.S. international Christian Pulisic converted one of Chelsea’s rare chances and Cesar Azpilicueta added another goal Wednesday to help the embattled Premier League club progress with a 2-1 win at Lille, and 4-1 on aggregate.
Chelsea beats Burnley 4-0 putting aside off-field turmoil
March 5, 2022 GMTBURNLEY, England (AP) — Chelsea scored four goals in a 21-minute burst at the start of the second half in a 4-0 win at Burnley in the English Premier League on Saturday.
Pulisic, Havertz supply Chelsea CL goals with Lukaku dropped
February 23, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Chelsea could rely on Christian Pulisic and Kai Havertz for goals with misfiring Romelu Lukaku rested.
The London club resumed its Champions League title defense by cruising to a 2-0 victory over Lille on Tuesday to take control of the round of 16 matchup heading into next month’s second leg.
Pulisic responds to US benching with goal vs Honduras
February 3, 2022 GMTChristian Pulisic received startling news from Gregg Berhalter: The U.S. coach benched America’s top player for what was essentially a must-win World Cup qualifier against Honduras.
“Decisions like that are never easy,” Berhalter said.
Pulisic admits prominence on US, Chelsea sometimes a burden
January 26, 2022 GMTCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Christian Pulisic has been on a roller coaster.
America's top player won the Champions League, then was sidelined for nearly two months. He battled for inclusion in Chelsea's lineup and been shifted from his usual wide midfield role to center forward and even wingback.
Pulisic caps Chelsea comeback, drawing 2-2 with Liverpool
January 2, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Christian Pulisic completed Chelsea's fightback against Liverpool to claim a 2-2 draw in the Premier League on Sunday.
The American struck in the 45th minute for only a third goal from 11 league appearances this season, three minutes after Mateo Kovacic’s first-time volley from the edge of the penalty area began the recovery.
Christian Pulisic named US Soccer’s male player of the year
December 19, 2021 GMTCARSON, Calif. (AP) — Chelsea forward Christian Pulisic has been named U.S. Soccer's male player of the year.
Ricardo Pepi was named the governing body's young male player of the year before the U.S.
Kante leads Chelsea to 3-0 win over former club Leicester
November 20, 2021 GMTLEICESTER, England (AP) — Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante marked his latest return to former club Leicester with a brilliant individual goal to help the Premier League leaders to a 3-0 win on Saturday.
As much as American players want wins, they crave respect
November 13, 2021 GMTCINCINNATI (AP) — As much as American soccer players want wins, they crave respect.
During a climb from soccer obscurity that began four decades ago, the U.S. has achieved milestone after milestone but carries its poor pedigree like a millstone as it tries to force its way into the world’s elite.
Pulisic sparks US over Mexico 2-0 in World Cup qualifying
November 13, 2021 GMTCINCINNATI (AP) — Christian Pulisic sent a message — with his head and his undershirt.
Take that, Mexico. Pulisic and the Americans are back atop the region.
Pulisic won’t start in US World Cup qualifier against Mexico
November 11, 2021 GMTCINCINNATI (AP) — Christian Pulisic will not start in the United States' World Cup qualifier against Mexico on Friday.
U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter said Thursday that he envisions the 23-year-old Chelsea winger entering the game off the bench.
Expanded World Cups will dilute US-Mexico qualifiers
November 10, 2021 GMTTaylor Twellman has played in and watched the U.S.-Mexico rivalry: intense, physical matchups in front of frenzied fans who savor the often bruising battles between the top teams in North and Central America and the Caribbean.
As Pulisic reports to US after injury, Chelsea urges caution
November 8, 2021 GMTCINCINNATI (AP) — Christian Pulisic was among just 10 of 25 players on hand for the United States' first day of training ahead of Friday's World Cup qualifier against Mexico, and Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel urged caution with the attacker as he regains fitness.
Pulisic returns, Dest out, Scally called up for US-Mexico
November 4, 2021 GMTCHICAGO (AP) — Christian Pulisic is back but not fully fit, Sergiño Dest is out and Joe Scally was called up for a possible debut.
Gio Reyna remains sidelined, while John Brooks and Tim Ream were bypassed.
Chelsea beats Malmo 1-0 in CL on Hakim Ziyech goal
November 2, 2021 GMTMALMO, Sweden (AP) — Chelsea took a step closer to the knockout stage of the Champions League with a 1-0 victory over Malmo on Tuesday.
Hakim Ziyech’s goal early in the second half was enough for the defending European champion to eliminate host Malmo from the tournament.
Pulisic could make Chelsea return in Champions League
November 1, 2021 GMTChristian Pulisic traveled with Chelsea to Sweden, and the American winger could make his first appearance with the team in 2 1/2 months when the Blues play at Malmö on Tuesday night in the Champions League.
Christian Pulisic returns to training for Chelsea
October 28, 2021 GMTLONDON (AP) — Christian Pulisic has resumed training with Chelsea ahead of a weekend match at winless Newcastle, the English Premier League club said Thursday.
The 23-year-old Pulisic has not featured since Aug.
Pulisic yet to resume Chelsea training after injury setback
October 19, 2021 GMTLONDON (AP) — Christian Pulisic has yet to resume training with Chelsea following another injury setback, manager Thomas Tuchel said on Tuesday.
Pulisic has not featured since Aug. 14 when he scored in Chelsea’s 3-0 win over Crystal Palace to open the English Premier League.
Pulisic among UK-based who could miss US qualifier at Panama
September 17, 2021 GMTThe British government is keeping Panama on its red list, which means the United States may have to play without star Christian Pulisic and several other U.K.-based players for its World Cup qualifier at the Central American nation on Oct.
Chelsea wing Pulisic to be out 10 days with ankle injury
September 10, 2021 GMTLONDON (AP) — Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic is set to be out for 10 days because of a left ankle injury, manager Thomas Tuchel said on Friday.
Pulisic was hurt on Wednesday in the United States’ 4-1 win at Honduras in a World Cup qualifier.
Christian Pulisic hurts ankle in US qualifier at Honduras
September 9, 2021 GMTSAN PEDRO SULA, Honduras (AP) — Christian Pulisic injured his left ankle in the United States' 4-1 World Cup qualifier win over Honduras, yet another setback for the 22-year-old Chelsea attacker.
Berhalter swaps 5 starters for WCup qualifier vs Honduras
September 9, 2021 GMTSAN PEDRO SULA, Honduras (AP) — Forward Ricardo Pepi was given his U.S. national team debut as under-pressure coach Gregg Berhalter changed five starters for Wednesday night’s World Cup qualifier at Honduras.
Pulisic returns as US held to 1-1 qualifying draw vs Canada
September 6, 2021 GMTNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Two games into World Cup qualifying, a rebuilt U.S. soccer team is in trouble.
Three starters are hurt. Key midfielder Weston McKennie didn't dress because he violated team COVID protocols.
Pulisic back in US starting lineup vs Canada after COVID-19
September 5, 2021 GMTNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Christian Pulisic was back in the U.S. starting lineup Sunday night for a World Cup qualifier against Canada, three days after missing the opener at El Salvador while regaining fitness following a positive COVID-19 test.
Pulisic uncertain for World Cup qualifier vs Canada
September 5, 2021 GMTNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Winning home games is the key to World Cup qualifying, and the Americans go into Sunday night's match against visiting Canada uncertain whether star attacker Christian Pulisic will be available and knowing No.