'Pulisic just a menace' - USMNT star scores in standout performance for Chelsea in Champions League
Chelsea star Christian Pulisic received extensive praise on social media for his standout Champions League display against Lille on Tuesday as he scored the Blues' second goal to cap a strong night.
The United States men's national team player was used as a forward by manager Thomas Tuchel rather than the wing-back role he has often been deployed in this year.
In his natural position, Pulisic has thrived against French opponents, regularly breaking at pace through the midfield before delivering a 63rd-minute goal in a 2-0 victory.
Twitter reacts to Pulsic's performance
Pulisic just a menace out there. Deserved a goal!
— Evan Onstot (@KOCOEvan) February 22, 2022
Pulisic has had a nearly perfect game today.
— Christian Rivas (@RadRivas) February 22, 2022
It's almost like Christian Pulisic is good when he plays his actual position. What a concept!
— Andrew Joseph (@AndyJ0seph) February 22, 2022
Pulisic may be back
— Imoh (@ImohUmoren) February 22, 2022
Pulisic balling today. What happens when he plays in his preferred position.
— Conn (@ConnCFC) February 22, 2022
Pulisic scores second Chelsea goal
Christian Pulisic bags Chelsea's second vs Lille 🎯
— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) February 22, 2022
A brilliant charging run from N'Golo Kante to set it up!#UCL pic.twitter.com/9umdIrHc6q
THE RUN FROM N’GOLO KANTE.
— CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) February 22, 2022
THE FINISH FROM CHRISTIAN PULISIC. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/VA8Mgf1Vqa
Further reading
- Watch: Chilwell soaked as Chelsea parade Club World Cup trophy
- Tuchel explains dropping Lukaku for Lille clash
- Chelsea fight to keep hot prospect Simons
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