USMNT Star Christian Pulisic Admits Frustration Amid Scoring Drought

The 27-year-old forward has gone over a year without scoring for club and country.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 1:51pm

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Christian Pulisic, a key player for the U.S. men's national team, expressed frustration after failing to score in his team's 5-2 loss to Belgium on March 28. Pulisic had several chances to end his scoring drought, which has lasted over a year for both AC Milan and the USMNT, but was unable to find the back of the net. The missed opportunities proved costly as Belgium went on to score shortly after Pulisic's miss, changing the momentum of the game.

Why it matters

Pulisic's goal-scoring ability is vital to the success of both AC Milan and the USMNT, who rely heavily on the 27-year-old forward. His current scoring drought is concerning, as he aims to regain his form ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

The details

Pulisic had several chances to score against Belgium, including a left-footed shot in the second half that sailed well over the goal. He acknowledged that missing that opportunity was a turning point, as Belgium scored shortly after to take a 2-1 lead. Despite his frustration, Pulisic remains confident in his play and believes that with a bit of luck, his scoring touch will return.

  • On March 28, 2026, Pulisic and the USMNT lost 5-2 to Belgium.
  • Pulisic's last goal for the USMNT was in 2024.

The players

Christian Pulisic

A 27-year-old forward who plays for AC Milan and the U.S. men's national team. He is a key player for both teams but has been in a scoring drought for over a year.

Belgium

The national soccer team of Belgium, who defeated the USMNT 5-2 on March 28, 2026.

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What they’re saying

“For me it's disappointing. I feel I can do better on one of the chances.”

— Christian Pulisic, USMNT Forward

“I missed that, and then they go and they score, and it changes the game. It's frustrating for me for sure.”

— Christian Pulisic, USMNT Forward

“It's been a tough patch, but I feel confident in the way I'm playing. I feel good and I'm creating chances. So I just have to stay positive and keep going.”

— Christian Pulisic, USMNT Forward

“I know a ball will hit off my knee and go in, and then things will change. So I'm not going to panic – better now than the summer. Things are going to change.”

— Christian Pulisic, USMNT Forward

What’s next

Pulisic will look to end his scoring drought and regain his form ahead of the upcoming World Cup, where he will be a key player for the USMNT.

The takeaway

Pulisic's current scoring struggles, while frustrating, are not a cause for panic. The USMNT and AC Milan star remains confident in his abilities and believes that with a bit of luck, his goal-scoring touch will return in time for the World Cup.