Gold Cup Final: Christian Pulisic's Rallying Cry For Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT
Mauricio Pochettino will face his toughest competitive task yet with the USMNT as they take on the defending Gold Cup champions, Mexico, in the 2025 Gold Cup Final.
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The USMNT will be without key players who will likely be a part of the final roster for the World Cup, including Christian Pulisic. The AC Milan star opted out of playing in the Gold Cup to prevent injury, which caused him to face backlash.
Despite the criticism he has received for not playing with the USMNT this summer, Pulisic has continued to show support for the team ahead of the Gold Cup Final. The rivalry against Mexico has brought pressure to the final, and Pulisic made it evident that he backs his national team.
Christian Pulisic on social media
On his Instagram account, Pulisic reposted a post from the MLS and the USMNT that promoted the Gold Cup final between Team USA and Mexico. Pulisic wrote, "Let's get it boys," on his Instagram story.
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Despite the critics of fans not believing in Pulisic's passion for the USMNT after opting out of playing in the Gold Cup, the 26-year-old once again showcases how he follows the national team during his time off.
A Gold Cup win from the USMNT would bring a lot of positive momentum ahead of the World Cup. A loss in the Gold Cup final could increase the questions and doubts among the USMNT. The national team will only rely on friendly matches to prepare for the World Cup after today.
AC Milan star seeks 'revenge' against Pulisic
In the Gold Cup Final, Pulisic has a teammate who will play in the match but for Mexico. Milan striker Santiago Gimenez spoke ahead of the Gold Cup final and mentioned his teammates Pulisic and Yunus Musah.
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Giminez spoke about how important a win against Team USA is to Mexico and that he looks forward to making fun of Pulisic and Musah, who have joked about recent results favoring the Americans.
Santiago Gimenez: "This is the 'Clasico' of North America. The last few games against the USA have been very difficult. Also, because I have Pulisic and Musah in the [AC Milan] dressing room. I want to go and make fun of them [after the final]. This is how football is."
In the five competitive matches between the USA and Mexico, the USMNT has been undefeated. The last time the USMNT faced Mexico in the Gold Cup Final was in 2021, where the U.S. won 1-0 in extra time with a goal from Miles Robinson.
Last Five USA vs Mexico in competitive matches
March 24, 2024: USA 2-0 Mexico - CONCACAF Nations League Final
June 15, 2023: USA 3-0 Mexico - CONCACAF Nations League Semi-final
March 24, 2022: USA 0-0 Mexico - World Cup Qualifiers CONCACAF
November 12, 2021: USA 2-0 Mexico - World Cup Qualifiers CONCACAF
August 1, 2021: USA 1-0 Mexico - CONCACAF Gold Cup 2021
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
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