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State of the USMNT - Strikers: Balogun, Pepi battle for No. 1

With the 2026 World Cup just months away, GOAL looks at the state of the strikers vying for spots next summer.

Americans Abroad: Clash of stars in Aaronson vs. Richards

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including Richards taking on Aaronson and what the French Cup could mean for Ligue 1's USMNT quartet.

Americans Abroad trends: Reyna finds feet as Balogun thrives

GOAL looks inside the numbers, tactics and trends for key U.S. internationals in Europe this season.

Americans Abroad: Can anyone stop Christian Pulisic?

Pulisic is chasing a first league title, Balogun is delivering in Europe, and Brenden Aaronson is fighting relegation - GOAL breaks down the biggest Americans Abroad storylines across Europe this weekend.

The Rondo: Pulisic on fire - and which USMNT star needs a move?

Pulisic is flying, Pepi keeps scoring, and Balogun is rolling again - while one USMNT midfielder may need a January reset. GOAL dives into Americans Abroad in this week’s Rondo.

USMNT star Balogun makes UCL history after crucial winning goal for Monaco

USMNT star Folarin Balogun made history by scoring in a third successive Champions League match to steer Monaco to a hard-fought victory over Galatasaray in the Principality. On an evening when both teams squandered a catalogue of inviting opportunities, the 24-year-old’s scrappy finish midway through the second half proved enough to secure a vital three points and lift Monaco level with their Turkish opponents in the league phase.

USMNT striker options: Balogun ‘there’ but Wright & Pepi warned

Mauricio Pochettino faces plenty of selection posers ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with the USMNT looking to piece together a squad that can be competitive on the grandest of stages. They will need plenty of firepower in order to make that possible, with Brad Friedel discussing a striker pool that includes Folarin Balogun, Haji Wright, Ricardo Pepi and Josh Sargent during an exclusive interview with GOAL.

Form Ranks: Pulisic among Serie A's best, Balogun and Pepi surge

GOAL takes a look at which American players are playing the best heading into the final weeks of 2025.

Pochettino facing idol Bielsa a key plot for U.S. vs. Uruguay

The USMNT are playing some of their best soccer under Pochettino, but the focus stays on the bigger picture as Uruguay offers their toughest test yet on the road to the 2026 World Cup.

WATCH: Balogun scores game-winner for USMNT thanks to Reyna

Folarin Balogun scored a crucial goal to put the United States Men’s National Team ahead 2-1 against Paraguay during the November 2025 international window. The strike was Balogun’s third goal in his last four appearances, with Gio Reyna creating the chance moments after ending his own scoring drought with the USMNT’s opener - his first goal since March 2024.

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Reyna back with a bang in WC audition in U.S. win

Mauricio Pochettino took a gamble on Reyna, and the midfielder delivered a Man of the Match performance as the USMNT opened November camp with a win.

USMNT Rondo: Can Balogun step up in Pulisic's absence?

With the USMNT set to kick off their first match of the November break this Saturday, GOAL's writers discuss the biggest storylines revolving around the team.

Americans Abroad: Pulisic returns for AC Milan, Agyemang shines

GOAL reviews the key takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, with Pulisic featuring for Milan after recovering from injury.

Club Brugge KV v AS Monaco - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

Balogun’s penalty and red card shape Monaco’s defeat

USMNT star Folarin Balogun experienced a rollercoaster of highs and lows on Saturday against Lens. The AS Monaco striker drew his side level with a 37th-minute penalty, only to be sent off before halftime - a turning point that left Monaco reeling. Lens capitalized, surging to a 3-1 lead by the break before sealing a 4-1 victory.

WATCH: USMNT's Balogun scores against Bodo/Glimt in UCL

Folarin Balogun scored his first Champions League goal of the season, netting in the first half of Monaco's clash with Bodo/Glimt to put his club up 1-0 at the Aspmyra Stadion. The goal is Balogun's third since scoring for the U.S. men's national team against Ecuador in a 1-1 draw during the October international break.

Americans Abroad: All eyes on Reyna, Bournemouth make push

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including Champions League hopes for Adams and Bournemouth

Frequently asked questions

: Harry Kane plays as a striker for Bayern Munich. Even though he operates as a No. 9, scoring a truckload of goals, his style of play is unique as he is often seen dropping a bit deeper to link-up play with his teammates and create space for other attackers.
: Harry Kane was born in Walthamstaw in London, England.
: Harry Kane has been wearing the No. 9 jersey for Bayern Munich, mainly functioning as a pure striker for the Bundesliga powerhouses.
: Harry Kane stands at 1.88m (6ft 2in). His height allows him to be an aerial threat inside the box from set pieces or crossing opportunities.
: Harry Kane weighs 86kg (190lbs), making him a physical as well as an aerial threat inside the box.
: Harry Kane joined local team Ridgeway Rovers when he was six, before signing up for the Arsenal youth academy when he was eight years old. However, he spent most of his youth career at Spurs, joining their academy in 2004 at the age of 11.
: Harry Kane and his wife Katie Goodland have four kids in total - two daughters and two sons.
: Harry Kane is married to professional fitness instructor Katie Goodland. The couple got married in 2019.

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