In AC Milan‘s game against Club Brugge for the Matchday 3 of the 2024-24 UEFA Champions League, Christian Pulisic scored the opening goal for the Italian side. The USMNT star took the corner kick for Milan, surprising the goalkeeper scoring an astonishing Olympic goal.
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In the 33rd minute, Pulisic stepped up to take a corner from the left side. Instead of delivering to the penalty area, he went straight for goal, outsmarting goalkeeper Simon Mignolet. Although a Brugge defender attempted to clear the ball, it had already crossed the line, securing Pulisic’s remarkable goal.
The former Chelsea player is having a breakthrough season under new coach Paulo Fonseca. So far, he has scored 2 goals in his 3 Champions League appearances, and he leads the team in Serie A with 5 goals.
Pulisic extends his record in Champions League
The AC Milan’s player continues to showcase his quality on the biggest stage, further solidifying his status as a key figure of American soccer in Europe. With his goal against Club Brugge, Pulisic extended his record as the top American scorer in UEFA Champions League history.
Christian Pulisic of AC Milan celebrates after scoring the opening goal with his team-mates Alvaro Morata and Matteo Gabbia during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between AC Milan and Club Brugge KV at Stadio San Siro on October 22, 2024 in Milan, Italy.
Tuesday’s goal against the Belgian side brought Pulisic’s tally to 10 goals in the competition. No other American player comes close to his total; the next highest is retired player DaMarcus Beasley, who scored 4 goals during his time with PSV and Rangers.
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Pulisic’s great time in Italy
Christian Pulisic has seemingly found his footing in Italy. In the 2023-24 season—his first with AC Milan—the American enjoyed a career-best year in terms of goals and assists. Across 50 appearances, he scored 15 goals and provided 11 assists, contributing directly to 26 goals in all competitions.
So far this season, Pulisic has featured in 11 games, including the match against Brugge, scoring 7 goals and delivering 3 assists. If he continues this rich vein of form, he could surpass his previous best season.
