Welcome to this week’s edition of USMNT Abroad, where we bring you the latest updates on American soccer players making waves across Europe.
From standout performances to key transfers, rumors and injury reports, The18 has got you covered with all the action involving U.S. men’s national team players in Europe’s top leagues.
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USMNT Abroad this weekend: The latest on American players in Europe
Christian Pulisic (AC Milan)
Pulisic suffered an injury against Atalanta in the Serie A and is expected to be out with an injury until early 2025.
Weston McKennie (Juventus)
McKennie is coming off an extraordinary goal against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League and pursued another big win in the Serie A, but ultimately fell short after their 2-2 draw against Venezia. The American midfielder, however, bounced-back in Juventus' 2-1 away league win, with the USMNT star scoring the opener against Monza.
Ricardo Pepi (PSV Eindhoven)
The USMNT striker did not see the pitch in PSV's huge 3-0 win over Feyenoord.
Antonee Robinson (Fulham)
Jedi Robinson was Fulham's best player in their lackluster 0-0 home draw against Southampton, with the result leaving the club in ninth place ahead of Boxing Day.
The American left back had two clearances, four interceptions, completed 80 percent of his passes and had three key passes.
ANTONEE ROBINSON is "currently the best left back in the Premier League ahead of the January transfer window" according to Sky Sports
If Jedi does make a winter move, where would you like to see him go? pic.twitter.com/cMjOrLU7Jc— Men in Blazers (@MenInBlazers) December 22, 2024
Yunus Musah (AC Milan)
Musah did not see the pitch for AC Milan in their 1-0 away win against Hellas Verona in the Serie A.
Timothy Weah (Juventus)
The USMNT striker did not see the pitch for Juventus in their 2-1 win against Monza due to injury.
Johnny (Real Betis)
Johnny played the full 90 minutes in Betis' 1-1 draw against Rayo Vallecano. The midfielder completed 83 percent of his passes, won six ground duels and completed six tackles.
Gio Reyna (Borussia Dortmund)
Reyna had a surprising start and performance for Dortmund against FC Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League and took advantage of another start in the Bundesliga last week, starting and scoring against Hoffenheim at the Signal Iduna Park.
This weekend's match day, however, saw Reyna go in as a substitute in the 87th minute in Dortmund's 3-1 away win against Wolfsburg.
Malik Tillman (PSV Eindhoven)
Tillman, who has become one of PSV's most-dangerous attackers, had yet another impressive performance for the Eredivisie leaders, scoring a beautiful curled shot to seal their win over Feyenoord.
Watch: Malik Tillman goal vs. Feyenoord
The USMNT attacker received the ball at the edge of the box and calmly placed the ball in the corner of the goal to make it 3-0. That's 10 goals for the 22-year-old in the 2024/25 season.
En çok bahsettiğim oyunculardan bir tanesi Malik Tillman . #PSV | #Feyenoord | maçında da muhteşem oynuyor. Hayran kalmamak elde değil. Bu da attığı çok şık gol. #eredivisie
— Footbalyze (@Gokturk_Tamay) December 22, 2024
Tyler Adams (AFC Bournemouth)
The USMNT captain is slowly returning to his old form, now on his way to completely get passed his injury and back surgery following the 2024 Copa América. The American midfielder and Bournemouth had an enormous result against Manchester United at Old Trafford, defeating the Red Devils 3-0.
Adams completed 78 percent of his passes, won 7 out of 10 ground duels and played 89 minutes.
Tremendous defensive performance from Tyler Adams against Manchester United.
He played a big role protecting the backline and played it safe on the ball in possession for this massive Bournemouth win at Old Trafford.— Tactical Manager (@ManagerTactical) December 22, 2024
Folarin Balogun (AS Monaco)
Starting USMNT striker Balogun is taking hit after hit with injuries, with reports now indicating that the former Arsenal forward is set to undergo shoulder surgery — keeping him away from the pitch until 2025.
Brenden Aaronson (Leeds United)
Brenden Aaron had a superb performance for Leeds United, scoring and assisting in their 4-0 home win over Oxford United. The American attacker played as an attacking midfielder, completing 77 percent of his passes, providing four key passes and creating one big chance in 74 minutes.
Brenden Aaronson goal and assist vs. Oxford United
Brenden Aaronson gets an assist to double the advantage for Leeds, his 7th goal contribution of the season pic.twitter.com/kOBtUAoYGr
— American Ultras Talk (@ameriultrastalk) December 21, 2024
BRENDEN AARONSON MAKES IT 3-0 JUST TEN MINUTES AFTER PROVIDING AN ASSIST pic.twitter.com/hP7JZsyOAe
— USMNT Only (@usmntonly) December 21, 2024
Haji Wright (Coventry City)
Wright is not the only USMNT player dealing with injuries this season, with the striker expected to return for Coventry until after Christmas.
Chris Richards (Crystal Palace)
Richards got back into Crystal Palace's starting XI after their impressive 3-1 away win at Brighton on Sunday, but came back into a big 5-1 defeat against title-contenders Arsenal.
A sensational success in south London ✊ pic.twitter.com/c3CObjTrL7
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) December 21, 2024
Richard Ledezma (PSV Eindhoven)
Ledezma made his way back into PSV's starting XI, having an outstanding performance in his club's massive 3-0 win over Feyenoord.
The duo-national played 89 minutes, completed 82 percent of his passes, won three ground duels and had one shot on target.