US Soccer Dominates Paraguay
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The U.S. men's national soccer team opened its 2026 World Cup qualifiers with a commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay. Folarin Balogun starred in the match, scoring two goals to lead the American team to a decisive win.
Folarin Balogun: From Super Eagles Snub to World Cup Double Against Paraguay
- Folarin Balogun scored two goals for the United States against Paraguay in a World Cup qualifier, reaffirming his decision to represent the USMNT. - Born to Nigerian parents, Balogun previously considered playing for Nigeria and England but ultimately committed to the US in 2023. - The striker expressed pride and satisfaction with his choice, stating his performance was a dream come true and a w…
Folarin Balogun, the striker the US has long awaited, could have played for Nigeria or England
- Folarin Balogun, a 24-year-old forward for Monaco, scored two goals and was named MVP in the USMNT's 4-1 victory over Paraguay. - Balogun's performance made him the first US player to score multiple…
USA's dream start: Record 4-1 victory over Paraguay at Copa América
- The U.S. men's national soccer team secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their opening match of the Copa América. - Folarin Balogun scored a brace, and an own goal by Damian Bobadilla put…
US thrash Paraguay in LA to launch home FIFA World Cup in style
- The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their World Cup opener, marking their highest-ever goal count in a World Cup match. - Striker Folarin Balogun scored twice, becoming the first US player to…
US victory over Paraguay was built on team togetherness, not individual effort: Pochettino
- U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino stated the team's 4-1 World Cup victory over Paraguay resulted from a collective approach, not individual brilliance. - Forward Folarin Balogun became the first U.S. p…
US open World Cup campaign with 4-1 win over Paraguay
- The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their FIFA World Cup opener, with Folarin Balogun scoring twice. - Balogun's early goal was disallowed for offside, but he later scored twice, with Malik T…