Christian Pulisic fires back at critics questioning his Team USA commitment: 'Way out of line'

Alexi Lalas on what Christian Pulisic skipping the Gold Cup means for the U.S. Men's National Team and whether it has impacted their preparation for the 2026 World Cup.

U.S. national soccer team star Christian Pulisic’s decision to skip the Gold Cup this summer has turned into a large debate, but he has not wavered about his decision. 

Pulisic spoke to CBS Sports Golazo Network’s "Call It What You Want," his first interview since making the decision, to explain why he has no regret over the decision. 

More importantly, he also called those questioning his commitment to the national team "way out of line."

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Christian Pulisic of the United States reacts as he leaves the pitch after losing the CONMEBOL Copa America USA 2024 Group C match between Panama and the United States at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on June 27, 2024 in Atlanta. (Hector Vivas/Getty Images)

Former U.S. soccer star Landon Donovan was among those who thought Pulisic’s decision was not a good one. 

"This is what it means to represent your country. [Ronaldo’s] 40 years old. He’s played a long-a-- season. He’s tired. He’s out there grinding, hurt himself in the process. And I can’t help but think about some of our guys on vacation, not wanting to play in the Gold Cup. It’s p---ing me off," Donovan said on the FOX broadcast of the UEFA Nations League title that Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal won. 

While he did not name Donovan, Pulisic fired back at his haters for the decision. 

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"You can talk about my performances, whatever you want. But to question my commitment, especially towards the national team, in my opinion, that’s way out of