Folarin Balogun
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Takes three shots against Belgium
Balogun recorded three shots (one on goal) in Monday's 4-1 loss to Belgium.
Analysis: Balogun got the nod up front as expected after having his suspension canceled following a red card in the previous round against Bosnia-Herzegovina. It wasn't an ideal outcome though, as the striker was held off the score sheet and couldn't help his side avoid a knockout defeat. That didn't prevent Balogun from finishing as the USMNT's most productive attacking threat with three goals and an average of 3.5 shots (1.2 on goal) per game across four matches played. He's now set to rejoin his club Monaco for the start of the 2026/27 campaign.
Available vs. Belgium
Balogun (suspension) will be available for Monday's Round of 16 match against Belgium, Dan Sheldon and Adam Crafton of The Athletic report.
Analysis: Balogun's red card has been suspended, as FIFA can do so in extraordinary circumstances, meaning the star striker will be available to face Belgium on Monday. This is a huge boost for the USMNT, as Balogun is their top-scoring threat. The Monaco star has three goals so far at the World Cup and scored the opener in the Round of 32 win over Bosnia.
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