The World Cup spotlight isn't just on the pitch for USMNT star Christian Pulisic—it's also shining on his ex-girlfriend, Alexa Melton. The former USC golfer is turning heads online with a sizzling swimsuit photo that's got fans buzzing.
Melton shared a vacation slideshow on Instagram before the tournament kicked off, and one snapshot in particular stole the show. Wearing a swimsuit, she radiated confidence, drawing comments like "How are you real" and "She's glowing." It's the kind of buzz that echoes a recent swimsuit photo of Tyler Kolek's girlfriend that went viral after the Knicks parade.
Pulisic's World Cup Status
On the field, Pulisic made a strong statement in the USMNT's opener against Paraguay, setting up two goal-scoring chances in the first half. But a calf injury forced him out for the second half, leaving his status for the rest of the group stage uncertain. "I just got a bit of a kick in the first half, I'm hoping that it's nothing, taking precaution," Pulisic told FOX's Tom Rinaldi. "Staying positive, I don't think it's anything. I'm gonna give everything I can to be back, that's for sure."
While fans wait for updates, the off-field drama with Melton adds another layer. The pair split earlier this year, and Melton hinted at infidelity in a since-deleted comment. "This generational fumble will be studied for years to come," she wrote. "Mans was on Raya before it even ended."
Pulisic never directly addressed the cheating rumors but spoke highly of Melton in a Time interview. "I only look at her in the most positive way," he said. "She was a lot of fun, and she supported me in every way. She wanted to push me to enjoy my life a little bit more and do things with her and do things just in general. And I was grateful for that."
Their relationship may be over, but Melton's social media presence continues to captivate. Her swimsuit photo is just the latest in a string of attention-grabbing posts, reminiscent of how Brazil's hottest fan Gabriela Moura turned up the heat during the World Cup.
For now, all eyes are on Pulisic's recovery and whether he'll lead the USMNT deeper into the tournament. But Melton's viral moment proves that off-field stories can be just as compelling as the action on the pitch.
