Christian Pulisic Breaks Goal Drought in US Victory Over Senegal

In a tense 3-2 victory over Senegal, Christian Pulisic scored his first goal since December, helping the United States in their World Cup preparations. The emotional moment ended a five-month scoreless streak, stirring excitement ahead of upcoming matches.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Charlotte | Updated: 01-06-2026 09:36 IST | Created: 01-06-2026 09:36 IST
Christian Pulisic Breaks Goal Drought in US Victory Over Senegal
Christian Pulisic and Virat Kohli swap jerseys. (Photo:Puma)
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Christian Pulisic ended his lengthy goal drought by netting a crucial goal in the United States' 3-2 win over Senegal. The US team secured the victory in Charlotte during their penultimate World Cup warm-up match.

Pulisic's emotional celebration demonstrated his relief, as he contributed a goal and an assist, silencing critics of his scoring abilities. Despite a challenging season with AC Milan, Pulisic's performance showcased his readiness for the World Cup, with coach Mauricio Pochettino praising his dedication and hinting at future improvements. A vibrant crowd of over 57,000 supported the team, injecting energy into the match.

While the US ultimately triumphed, Senegal's captain Sadio Mané posed a significant threat with two goals, exploiting American errors. Nevertheless, Pulisic expressed satisfaction with the match outcome and emphasized the need for continued preparation.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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