AC Milan and United States football star Christian Pulisic found himself at the centre of an unexpected and unwelcome social media storm over the weekend. The player was forced to publicly address and deny viral rumours that falsely claimed he was in a romantic relationship with Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney.
Pulisic's Forceful Denial on Social Media
The American forward took direct action to correct the false narrative spreading rapidly online. In a rare public statement about his private life, Pulisic posted a clear message on social media. "Please stop with the made up stories about my personal life. Need to hold sources accountable it can affect people’s lives," he wrote, expressing clear frustration with the baseless gossip.
He further commented under another viral post amplifying the claim, stating simply, "Fake news guys let’s stop with the silly rumour." While Pulisic did not mention Sweeney by name, the timing and context of his posts left no doubt about which rumours he was addressing. This public rebuttal is notable for a footballer known for guarding his privacy off the pitch.
How the Baseless Rumours Started and Spread
The unfounded story appears to have originated with certain Italian gossip outlets before gaining traction on larger international platforms. The reports falsely suggested that Pulisic and Sweeney had begun dating following the actress's reported split from producer Jonathan Davino earlier this year.
Critically, no credible evidence or direct confirmations ever supported the claim. The rumour mill operated on a chain of attribution citing unnamed secondary sources, with the story gaining momentum purely through repetition and shares across social media. It drew attention from both football and entertainment fan circles, eventually growing so loud that Pulisic felt compelled to step in and shut it down.
The Actual Relationship Status of Both Stars
Separate and verified reporting consistently links Sydney Sweeney to music executive Scooter Braun. A source previously told PEOPLE magazine, "Scooter and Sydney are going strong and things between them are great. They’re in a committed relationship and things are serious." The actress has been photographed with Braun on multiple occasions in recent months.
As for Christian Pulisic, he is widely believed to be in a steady relationship with professional golfer Alexa Melton, with no public indication of any split. The false rumours emerged even as Pulisic continues his strong form on the field for AC Milan in Serie A, where he remains near the top of the league's scoring chart.
The incident highlights the speed at which unverified information can spread in the digital age and the personal impact it can have on public figures, forcing them to defend aspects of their lives they would prefer to keep private.
