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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Sharp burst from a standing start lets him leave full-backs behind in transition. (conf 0.65)
Genuine pace to run in behind and carry the ball in open space. (conf 0.6)
Low centre of gravity and quick feet give him sharp changes of direction. (conf 0.6)
Covers plenty of ground in a front-line role, though injuries have limited his load. (conf 0.5)
Control
Soft, clean touches let him receive on the half-turn in tight spaces. (conf 0.6)
Close control and quick feints let him beat defenders one-on-one. (conf 0.65)
Slight frame makes him elusive rather than strong when held up by defenders. (conf 0.5)
Strikes cleanly from the edge of the box and shoots with confidence. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Combines quickly with midfielders and full-backs around the box. (conf 0.55)
Not a primary distributor; his range is serviceable for switches of play. (conf 0.45)
Can deliver from wide areas, but cut-ins and shots are his main outputs. (conf 0.45)
Finds the late runner and the pass between the lines. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Dependable scorer in Serie A who arrives in the box at the right moment. (conf 0.6)
Usually takes efficient shots inside or at the edge of the area. (conf 0.5)
Times diagonal runs between full-back and centre-back well. (conf 0.55)
Not a regular dead-ball taker, so there is little evidence of a direct threat. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Small frame and wide role mean he rarely wins headers. (conf 0.5)
Wins duels through quickness and balance rather than strength. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Presses actively from the front line within Milan's structure. (conf 0.5)
Adds pressure and recoveries but is not a natural ball-winner. (conf 0.45)
Tracks back when asked, though his positioning is attack-first. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Calm in decisive moments in the box for both club and country. (conf 0.55)
Chooses well between shot, dribble and pass in the final third. (conf 0.55)
Consistent effort in and out of possession, with strong pressing runs. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Repeated muscle injuries since late 2025, after earlier problems at Chelsea. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Close to his peak at 28, so headroom beyond his current level is limited. (conf 0.45)
Long-time USMNT captain, Champions League winner and Milan's number 11. (conf 0.7)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Christian Pulisic is an American attacking midfielder who plays on the right, between the lines or as a second striker for AC Milan. He combines quick feet, close control and a habit of arriving in the box to score, and has been one of Milan's most productive attackers since joining from Chelsea in 2023. A product of Borussia Dortmund's academy, he is a long-time captain of the United States national team. Injuries have interrupted his 2025-26 season and the start of 2026-27.
Won the 2020-21 UEFA Champions League with Chelsea, becoming the first American to play in a final.
Became the youngest captain in USMNT history at 20 years and 63 days in November 2018.
Won the 2024-25 Supercoppa Italiana with AC Milan, beating Inter in the final.