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United States v Ecuador - International Friendly

Gomez hails Balogun's breakout performance against Ecuador

Folarin Balogun’s performance in a 1-1 draw with Ecuador marked his true breakthrough moment with the USMNT, according to ESPN analyst Herculez Gomez. The former USMNT forward praised Balogun’s intelligent movement and composed finishing, saying the display cemented his place as the frontrunner for the starting striker role heading into the 2026 World Cup.

AA Preview Oct. 3

Americans Abroad: Pulisic to face McKennie in Serie A rivalry

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including Pulisic taking on USMNT teammate McKennie in Serie A rivalry

USMNT Projected XI

USMNT roster: Pulisic leads, but who will join A-list squad?

With the World Cup just months away, GOAL looks at how the U.S. squad might look in the upcoming October camp.

Stu Holden, Mic'd Up

‘Stakes remain high’ - Holden on Reyna's revival, World Cup

Mic'd Up: Holden discussed Reyna's move to Gladbach, Pochettino's evolving tactics and nation set to be 'consumed by the World Cup'

PSV Eindhoven v R. Union Saint-Gilloise - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

'Quality strikers' - Lalas encouraged by both Pepi, Balogun

Former USMNT defender Alexi Lalas is optimistic about the national team's striker situation following Ricardo Pepi's return from injury for PSV. Though Folarin Balogun established himself with a strong showing earlier this month, Lalas said Pepi's return to fitness and form provides crucial competition for Mauricio Pochettino’s side.

Folarin Balogun, Alejandro Zendejas, Antonio Freeman

USMNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Zendejas, Balogun seize chances

Some players moved closer to Mauricio Pochettino's World Cup squad in September friendlies, but others now challenged

Josh Sargent, USMNT

Donovan: Sargent lacks quality, Balogun should be USMNT striker

The American icon weighed in on the ongoing striker competition for the national team and believes the AS Monaco star deserves the nod over Sargent

Panama v United States - CONMEBOL Copa America USA 2024

'Leave your mark' - Balogun eager to prove value to Pochettino

Balogun insists he's fully fit and ready to fight for his spot on Pochettino's squad with the World Cup 10 months away

Folarin Balogun USMNT

Worth the wait? Balogun finally gets chance to impress Poch

The New York-born dual-national is finding form at the club level - and now gets a fresh start under Mauricio Pochettino

Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun

Americans Abroad: Balogun's new partnership, Pulisic's poise

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

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United States v Uruguay - CONMEBOL Copa America USA 2024

'Is he going to be in the mix?' - Lalas says pressure on Balogun

The former MLS defender suggested Balogun should be appreciative of another chance, needs to capitalize on it

Folarin Balogun USMNT 2023-24

Balogun added to USMNT squad for September friendlies

The striker has been named as the 23rd member of the team, adding to the firepower up top

Christian Pulisic, Josh Sargent, Haji Wright

Americans Abroad: Sargent, Wright strike, Milan misstep

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including an extended streak of goal contributions

The Rondo Americans Abroad GFX

The Rondo: Americans Abroad - who will rise, who will fall?

GOAL US writers discuss the crucial club season for top USMNT players in Europe ahead of the 2026 World Cup

Folarin Balogun, Johnny Cardoso, Ricardo Pepi

Americans Abroad: Strikers Balogun, Pepi ride comeback trail

GOAL breaks down expectations for U.S. internationals ahead of the upcoming European season

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Lalas addresses Balogun's situation with the US national team

The former MLS defender has highlighted the ongoing uncertainty at the striker position for the USMNT with less than a year left for the World Cup

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