Pulisic s rise from his childhood in Hershey, PA, to captain of the US national team and Champions League glory is ultimately a story about a life-long determination to realise a dream. Growing up in an area without role models Pulisic would look to Portuguese midfielder Figo for inspiration and European soccer as his ultimate goal. He talks candidly about his journey so far sharing experiences from behind the scenes playing for club and country; his most memorable career moments; the challenges of moving to a new country (without knowing the language); training drills he s used over the years to hone his skills; and his daily life as a soccer player. Photographs from his family albums and from some of the world s best sports photographers document Pulisic s path from his first visit to Chelsea at age 7 to signing for the club for a record transfer fee when he turned 20 to his defence of the Champions League title and preparation for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Featuring dressing room anecdotes and heart-warming stories, this fascinating look into the world of a quiet American turned soccer star is the perfect book for anyone with a passion for the beautiful game.

About the Author
Christian Pulisic is an American soccer player who plays as an attacking midfielder and forward for Chelsea Football Club and the United States national team. Daniel Melamud is an editor, writer, and the award-winning author of This Is Cricket.

Reviews
"Pulisic first won America's hearts in that defeat in Trinidad in 2017, in which he scored a goal in a losing cause. After the game, he pulled his jersey over his teenage face and cried. In the foreword to 'Pulisic: My Journey So Far,' Daniel Melamud, a versatile sports writer, describes him as "the best player in the history of US soccer" (a view that few would dispute). The book is a generously illustrated compendium of conversations between the player and Mr. Melamud. Its contents-which range from childhood anecdotes to details of favorite movies, clothes and training routines-are targeted at avid young fans of Pulisic." -WALL STREET JOURNAL

"The book traces how the 23-year-old's dream to become a professional soccer player came true, memorable moments from his career so far, and a behind-the-scenes look into his life on and off the field." -ESPN

28 Best Gifts for Soccer Fans: "Cool Gifts for Soccer Fans: Hear from Captain America himself as he candidly recounts his journey-from a youth player growing up in Hershey, Pennsylvania to signing with Chelsea FC for a record transfer fee when he turned 20. The American soccer star also reflects on winning the Champions League and preparations for the upcoming 2022 World Cup in his first book." -MEN'S HEALTH


Awards
Commended for Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards (Adventure/Recreation) 2022.



Book Information
ISBN 9780847872077
Author Christian Pulisic
Format Hardback
Page Count 192
Imprint Rizzoli International Publications
Publisher Rizzoli International Publications