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Folarin Balogun Makes U.S. Soccer History With Third Consecutive Champions League Goal

United States men's national team star Folarin Balogun made history by scoring in a third successive Champions League match to steer Monaco...

DECEMBER 10 • FOX SPORTS

Folarin Balogun Makes U.S. Soccer History With Third Consecutive Champions League Goal

Scores one goal in win Balogun scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Galatasaray. He was injured and subbed out in the 86th minute.

Impact Balogun started up front Tuesday against Galatasaray after missing a match due to a groin injury and proved his importance by scoring the only goal of the game. He could have extended the lead with a season-high five shots but was a bit wasteful. The striker continues to perform well in the Champions League, having scored in three consecutive competitive matches in the competition, bringing his total to seven goals in 17 appearances across all competitions.

DECEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Balogun (groin) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Galatasaray

Impact Balogun was deemed available ahead of Tuesday's match and is fit, not only on the team sheet but earning the start as well. This is a role he should maintain in most matches when fit, starting in 12 of his 16 appearances this season while scoring six goals and an assist.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Galatasaray Balogun (groin) is available for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Galatasaray, the club announced.

Impact Balogun fully recovered from his groin injury and makes the squad in time for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Galatasaray. The American has been an undisputed starter in the frontline since the arrival of new coach Sebastien Pocognoli and could resume that role against the Lions, pushing Mika Biereth back to a bench role.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Remains doubtful Tuesday Balogun (groin) remains a doubt for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Galatasaray, coach Sebastien Pocognoli said in the press conference, according to Christopher Roux from...

Impact Balogun missed Friday's clash against Brest due to a minor groin injury and remains a doubt for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Galatasaray. The American striker will likely be a late fitness call ahead of the game and if he had to miss the clash, Mika Biereth will be expected to start in his spot for the Diagonale.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers minor muscular injury Balogun (groin) suffered a minor muscular injury and is ruled out as a precaution for Friday's clash against Brest, coach Sebastien Pocognoli said in the press conference, accordin...

Impact Balogun is dealing with a minor muscular injury and couldn't train with the team in recent days. The striker is sidelined as a precaution and won't be able to feature in Friday's clash against Brest. This is a blow for the Diagonale since he is a regular starter in the frontline since the arrival of coach Sebastien Pocognoli and his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Mika Biereth and George Ilenikhena as the main options to replace him against the Ti Zef.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

USA's World Cup Make-or-Break Stars? Donovan, Holden, Lalas, Jones Make Picks

Alexi Lalas, Stu Holden, Landon Donovan and Cobi Jones highlight the most important players for the U.S. entering the 2026 World Cup.

DECEMBER 1 • FOX SPORTS

USA's World Cup Make-or-Break Stars? Donovan, Holden, Lalas, Jones Make Picks

Limps off field Balogun was forced off in the 86th minute of Saturday's 1-0 win over PSG due to an apparent injury.

Impact Balogun would play a solid 85 minutes Saturday but would have to leave the field just minutes before the final whistle, limping to the sidelines. This will be something to watch for the club, as he has started in four of their past five outings. That said, they will hope his issues are only minor, with Mike Biereth as a possible replacement.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one in draw Balogun scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Pafos.

Impact Balogun buried an unassisted goal with a shot from the center of the box in the 26th minute of action. it marked his second consecutive UCL appearance with a goal, while he is up to 11 shots and six on target over five Champions League matches this season. He has also accounted for at least two chances created in each of the last three UCL outings, totaling seven over that span.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Balogun is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Balogun has served his suspension following his straight red card against Lens and is set to return in the next contest. The striker is expected to return directly to the starting squad against Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday since he has been the preferred starter to lead the line under new coach Sebastien Pocognoli.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off after goal Balogun scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target) before being sent off in Saturday's 4-1 loss against Lens.

Impact Balogun scored his third goal in the last four games across all competitions, being in excellent form, but saw his outing end before the break on Saturday against Lens after a controversial foul from the American was considered a red card by the referee. The foul could have received no booking at all, which suggests the league won't add an additional game of suspension. Balogun will for sure miss the game against Rennes after the break on Nov. 22 and should be back available for the clash against PSG on Nov. 29.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Marseille and Lens both win easily to put pressure on injury-hit PSG at the top of Ligue 1

English players Angel Gomes and Mason Greenwood each score as Marseille beats Brest 3-0 to top Ligue 1 on goal difference from Lens as both sides put pressure on injury-hit Paris S...

NOVEMBER 8 • Associated Press

PSG's injury crisis so bad that Luis Enrique is questioning his management

The injuries are piling up so much for Paris Saint-Germain that coach Luis Enrique is questioning his management of the squad

NOVEMBER 6 • Associated Press

First Champions League goal Balogun scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 win versus Glimt.

Impact Balgoun's first-half strike made the difference Tuesday as Monaco earned a narrow 1-0 victory over Glimt. The goal marked the striker's first career Champions League goal and his second across his last three appearances (two starts) in all competitions. After scoring 21 Ligue 1 goals across 37 appearances (34 starts) during the 2022 -2023 campaign with Reims, Balgoun has not scored more than seven times in any subsequent competition.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

U.S. Men's Team Duo Ricardo Pepi, Folarin Balogun Score in Champions League

U.S. men's team national strikers Ricardo Pepi and Folarin Balogun each scored in their respective Champions League matches.

NOVEMBER 5 • FOX SPORTS

U.S. Men's Team Duo Ricardo Pepi, Folarin Balogun Score in Champions League

Nets goal Balogun scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 5-3 victory versus Nantes.

Impact Balogun was able to get a goal for his high-volume efforts, though he wasn't as efficient as some of his teammates. The forward has a strong matchup against Paris FC on Saturday, as the side has already conceded 20 goals in domestic play.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

PSG loses Doué and settles for 1-1 draw with Lorient, but Marseille can't capitalize

Paris Saint-Germain drops points with a 1-1 draw at lowly Lorient and picks up another injury as forward Désiré Doué goes off in the second half

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Four shots Wednesday Balogun registered four shots (three on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Balogun took four shots in Wednesday's draw, putting three on target for the first time this season. He also created two chances as he put pressure on the Spurs defense throughout the match. He was subbed off in the 83rd minute for Mika Biereth.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Tottenham goalkeeper Vicario shines in 0-0 draw at Monaco in Champions League

Thomas Frank became the first Tottenham coach to go unbeaten in his first three Champions League games

OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press

Scores off bench in 1-1 draw Balogun scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Angers.

Impact Balogun scored the team's only goal in the match which was his first since August 31st. Only the second time this season that the 24-year-old had two shots on goal.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Angers SCO Spoils AS Monaco's Night With a Late Goal Monaco let victory slip away against Angers and drew 1-1 despite Folarin Balogun’s goal. The Principality side continues to struggle for con...

OCTOBER 18 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Greenwood scores four as Marseille routs Le Havre and takes command of Ligue 1

Mason Greenwood has scored four goals as Marseille routed Le Havre 6-2 in Ligue 1

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

USA Shows Fight, Character in Comeback Tie vs. Ecuador: ‘That’s How We Want To Compete’

At the very end of Mauricio Pochettino’s roller-coaster first year as coach of the U.S. men’s national team, the Americans might finally be...

OCTOBER 11 • FOX SPORTS

USA Shows Fight, Character in Comeback Tie vs. Ecuador: ‘That’s How We Want To Compete’

Ricardo Pepi vs. Folarin Balogun: Who Will Lead the USMNT Attack? | SOTU

SEPTEMBER 17 • FOX SPORTS

USMNT three stars of the September window | SOTU

SEPTEMBER 12 • FOX SPORTS

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