The United States Men’s National Team was teetering on the brink of elimination from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, but Christian Pulisic came to the rescue. The match was a must-win for the United States, as they were trailing both England and Iran in the group standings.
Pulisic scored the go-ahead goal in the 38th minute, assisted by Sergino Dest. The USA held onto their lead for the remainder of the match, securing their place in the round of 16.
Pulisic, the 24-year-old Chelsea star, has been the leader of the American team throughout the tournament, scoring the only goal in the group stage and providing the spark that has driven the USA forward. For Pulisic, the goal against Iran was the crowning moment of what has been a breakout tournament for the American star.
He has been the leader of the American team throughout the tournament, and his goal against Iran was the crowning moment of a breakout tournament for the 24-year-old Chelsea star. His performance has been instrumental in the USA’s success thus far, and his leadership will be vital if the USA is to make a deep run in the 2022 World Cup. United States will now face Netherlands in the round of 16, with the match to be played on December 3rd 2022. With Pulisic continuing to lead from the front, the USA will be looking to make history and make a deep run in the 2022 World Cup.