"His new name is MAGA Garnacho" - USA supporters disappointed with one star for his showing as they bow out of the FIFA World Cup

× USA fans have expressed their disappointment with Christian Pulisic following the team's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 27-year-old failed to live up to expectations as the USMNT were beaten 4-1 by Belgium in the Round of 16. Ad The match, which garnered more attention following the controversy surrounding the reversal of Folarin Balogun's red card and suspension, saw the Belgians outplay the host nation.

The Red Devils opened the scoring just nine minutes into the game as Charles De Ketelaere drew first blood at the Seattle Stadium. Malik Tillman restored parity for the USA off a free-kick in the 31st minute, but the Red Devils restored their lead two minutes later as De Ketelaere headed home for a brace. Hans Vanaken made it 3-1 in the 57th minute after an error by goalkepepr Matt Freese, before providing the assist for Romelu Lukaku's stoppage time goal.

Ad Trending Pulisic, meanwhile, had a bad outing against Belgium, and his overall performance during the 2026 FIFA World Cup was underwhelming. In the first half, he lost possession 11 times, the most of any player on the field, and was forced to exit the pitch in the 59th minute with an injury. Taking to X, USA supporters made their feelings known about Pulisic's performance.

"Honestly, I’d not mind if Pulisic announced that he retired from international soccer and left the USMNT 🇺🇸 alone. It would be better for the team and himself. He’d also get to rest a lot more, that’s a bonus, " one fan said.

Ad Tactical Manager @ManagerTacticalHonestly, I’d not mind if Pulisic announced that he retired from international soccer and left the USMNT 🇺🇸 alone. It would be better for the team and himself. He’d also get to rest a lot more, that’s a bonus.

Ad "I finally see why the foreigners don’t rate Pulisic, " another commented. Immortan Joe Mazzulla @normal_jake_I finally see why the foreigners don’t rate Pulisic Ad "Pulisic does a lot in games that don’t matter. Seems to always get hurt in the big ones.

Made of glass, not a conmebol warrior," chimed in another. Nick @NickRTFMPulisic does a lot in games that don’t matter. Seems to always get hurt in the big ones.

Made of glass, not a conmebol warrior. Ad "I know nothing about soccer, but it feels like Christian Pulisic is not as good as the USA media propped him up to be," one fan posted. Bootleg Fantasy Football @BootlegFantasyI know nothing about soccer, but it feels like Christian Pulisic is not as good as the USA media propped him up to be Ad "His new name is MAGA garnacho btw," a fan said, making a mockery of Pulisic.

cold viet man nascar guy fuotball (blue check) @maqwelllhis new name is MAGA garnacho btw Ad Widely regarded as the United States' biggest football star, much was expected of Pulisic. The former Chelsea man was notably left out of the USA's roster for the 2025 Gold Cup in a bid to keep him in the best shape for the World Cup. However, he managed just one assist in four matches and missed the games against Australia and Turkey after picking up a calf injury against Paraguay.

"I'm disappointed with myself" - USA star Christian Pulisic reacts after elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup Christian Pulisic spoke about his injury and the USA's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He lauded the team's performance and gave an honest assessment of his performance, saying (via ESPN): Ad "I felt really good this summer with the guys and I thought my level was high. Yeah, it's disappointing.

I didn't quite have the moments I was hoping to and to try to help us to really push and get over this next step of beating a really good team. I'm disappointed with myself, of course, but I'm going to try to stay positive. I did a lot of good things and the team did as well."

Ad The 2026 FIFA World Cup was Pulisic's second appearance at the Mundial. He made his World Cup debut in 2022, registering a goal and two assists as the USA got eliminated by the Netherlands in the Round of 16. × Was this article helpful?

Thank You for feedback Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Okenna Okere USA fans have expressed their disappointment with Christian Pulisic following the team's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 27-year-old failed to live up to expectations as the USMNT were beaten 4-1 by Belgium in the Round of 16. Ad The match, which garnered more attention following the controversy surrounding the reversal of Folarin Balogun's red card and suspension, saw the Belgians outplay the host nation.

The Red Devils opened the scoring just nine minutes into the game as Charles De Ketelaere drew first blood at the Seattle Stadium. Malik Tillman restored parity for the USA off a free-kick in the 31st minute, but the Red Devils restored their lead two minutes later as De Ketelaere headed home for a brace. Hans Vanaken made it 3-1 in the 57th minute after an error by goalkepepr Matt Freese, before providing the assist for Romelu Lukaku's stoppage time goal.

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