Folarin Balogun - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Starting for Lorient match Balogun (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Lorient.

Impact Balogun was deemed fit ahead of Fridya's match and is with the team as expected, not just an option, but making the starting XI. This is the fourth straight start for the forward, with one goal and an assist in the previous three games.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available against Lorient Balogun (undisclosed) is back available for Friday's clash against Lorient, the club announced.

Impact Balogun cleared the minor injury he suffered in the French Cup game against Orleans and trained in full this week at La Turbie. The striker is an option for Friday's clash against Lorient and expected to find back a starting role like he has claimed since the arrival of coach Sebastien Pocognoli.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Wednesday Balogun (undisclosed) was spotted back in team training at La Turbie on Wednesday, according to Christopher Roux from Nice Matin.

Impact Balogun has trained with the team on Wednesday at La Turbie after recovering from a minor injury suffered in the French Cup win against Orleans. The American will likely be back available for Friday's clash against Lorient and should resume his starting role in attack for the Diagonale.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

U.S. Abroad: Balogun, Richards, McKennie, Pepi, Sargent & more

2 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

The 26: Projecting USA's World Cup Roster and Clearing Up the Backline Debate

How is the USA's World Cup roster shaping up? And what's the actual lineup that coach Mauricio Pochettino has been using?

3 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

The 26: Projecting USA's World Cup Roster and Clearing Up the Backline Debate

Suffers injury in French Cup Balogun (undisclosed) scored one goal in Saturday's win against Orleans in the French Cup before being forced off with an injury late in the game, according to Le Telegramme.

Impact Balogun suffered an injury late in Saturday's win in the French Cup against Orleans and was forced off as he couldn't continue. The extend of the injury is yet unknown but it would be a blow for the Diagonale if the American needed to miss some time to recover from the issue. If that needed to be the case, George Ilenikhena and Mika Biereth could see increased playing time in the attack.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Balogun: 'Nobody' Has Guaranteed World Cup Spot For USA Under Pochettino

Folarin Balogun says that Mauricio Pochettino has ensured that no U.S. men's national team players feel their place is guaranteed, which onl...

JANUARY 8 • FOX SPORTS

Balogun: 'Nobody' Has Guaranteed World Cup Spot For USA Under Pochettino

Assists in home loss Balogun assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus Lyon. In addition, he was given a yello...

Impact Balogun created Mamadou Coulibaly's goal in the first half with his second assist in the campaign. He also matched his season-high in chances created during the loss. The forward logged his 15th start in 19 overall appearances and scored seven times over that span.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Incredible Šulc! Czech midfielder scores twice as Lyon beats Monaco in Ligue 1

Midfielder Pavel Šulc has kept his scoring run going with two goals as fifth-placed Lyon won at struggling Monaco 3-1 in Ligue 1

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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