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World Cup Golden Boot standings: Messi climbs to No.1

The 2026 World Cup is in its final stages and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. With only four of the original 48 nations left in the tournament, including England and France due to their participation in the third-place play-off match, which star will take home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL tracks the tournament's most prolific stars.

Balogun admits USMNT were affected by 'unfortunate' red card saga

Folarin Balogun has opened up on the "unfortunate" circumstances that saw the United States men's national team thrust into a political storm during the 2026 World Cup. The striker admitted that his team-mates were visibly affected by the outside noise after his red card suspension was sensationally overturned by FIFA, as the USMNT subsequently suffered a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of 16.

Balogun joins LeBron James' agency after stunning World Cup

Folarin Balogun has joined Klutch Sports following an impressive World Cup that boosted his profile on and off the pitch. The USMNT forward becomes the first footballer to sign directly with LeBron James' agency as he looks to build on his growing influence in the game.

‘Now what?’ - Luna on USMNT heartbreak, finding his way forward

Diego Luna spoke with GOAL about the pain of missing the World Cup, the difficult lessons he has learned, and why becoming a better player starts with changing his approach every day.

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Revs, Lyon reach agreement on loan extension for USMNT's Turner

U.S. Men's National Team goalkeeper Matt Turner is set to remain with the New England Revolution after the MLS club came to an agreement to extend the two-time World Cup veteran's loan from Olympique Lyon. As a result, Turner is set to remain with the Revs through, at the very least, the end of the MLS season.