Christian Pulisic the Fighter

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Christian Pulisic help Chelsea pass to the semifinals of the Champions League. The American player appeared like a fighter on the field.

Chelsea confirmed qualification for the Champions League semifinals earlier today. Blue got rid of it FC Porto di Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium.

After winning 2-0 in the first leg last week, Chelsea then lost 0-1 in the second leg. As a result, foster children Thomas Tuchel et al advance to the next round 2-1 on aggregate.

In the second leg, Pulisic became a star Chelsea. The 22-year-old player appeared like a fighter for the London camp.

In that match, Pulisic did not score or assist. However, his role was vital in reducing Porto’s attacks.

Opta noted, Pulisic actually dueled more on the field. He dueled 25 times and won 11 fouls, with only two fouls. Pulisic also made one tackle and intercept, as well as made three shots and one that on target.

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According to Squawka’s data, there are interesting data about 11 violations received by Pulisic. He became the first player to win 11 fouls in one Champions League match in the last five seasons.

Christian Pulisic himself was named the man of the match in the match. The former Borussia Dortmund is considered to appear complete, namely diligently attacking and defending for Chelsea.

Pulisic’s action dueled on the field in the Chelsea vs Porto match. Photo: Getty Images / Fran Santiago–

“He was very dynamic throughout the game. He constantly caused problems for the Porto defense but showed off a solid defensive mentality,” said Cosmin Contra, UEFA Technical Observer.

After the match, Pulisic was pleased with the change in his team’s playing style. Overall, he is happy that Chelsea can reduce Porto and ensure a top four ticket.

“We know they will put a lot of pressure on us. They are two goals behind from the first leg so we know they will come out pressing and we should not panic,” explained Pulisic on the official UEFA website.

“I don’t think we’re going to panic. We are very stable at the back, we didn’t give them big chances. They scored incredible goals, but, overall, we are happy with the changes we made,” he explained. Christian Pulisic about escape Chelsea.

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