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American Soccer Player Christian Pulisic Says of Pressure: `It’s Nothing that I Can’t Handle’
Christian Pulisic embraces his role as the top U.S. player with support from teammates before final roster is announced May 26 for the 2026 World Cup.
- On Friday, United States star Christian Pulisic acknowledged the pressure of hosting the 2026 World Cup during a news conference in Marietta. "It's there, but it's nothing that I can't handle," Pulisic said.
- The United States men's national team is preparing for friendlies against Belgium on Saturday and Portugal three days later, serving as final evaluation opportunities for head coach Mauricio Pochettino before roster selection.
- Pulisic boasts 32 goals in 82 international appearances and intends to share the burden with teammates. "I don't need to do it by myself," he said, citing support from Weston McKennie, staff, and fans.
- Competing for roster spots, 27 players are currently in camp as Pochettino prepares to announce his 26-man squad on May 26. The team reconvenes for the tournament opener against Paraguay on June 12 in Inglewood.
- As the United States prepares to host the tournament for the first time since 1994, the team aims to surpass its best-ever quarterfinal finish. Pulisic, having played in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, remains focused on the challenge.
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