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Balogun Stock Rising While Pulisic Faces Pressure to Perform

Folarin Balogun boosted his standing with a strong showing, but Christian Pulisic left analysts with questions after the latest round of USMNT action.

By Alex Rivera8 days ago2 min read

Football

The Balogun Scandal and How Fifa Presidential Meddling Damages Football

The Folarin Balogun eligibility row has put a spotlight on how Fifa's governance structure lets powerful figures interfere with the sport's core rules.

By Alex Rivera1 month ago3 min read

Football

FIFA Rejects Belgium's Balogun Eligibility Challenge

FIFA has dismissed Belgium's challenge over Folarin Balogun's international eligibility, while Donald Trump praised a controversial red card rule reversal as 'brilliant'.

By Alex Rivera2 months ago2 min read

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Football

Balogun Starts for USA as Belgium Drop Key Players

Folarin Balogun gets a starting berth for the United States while Belgium make bold selection calls by leaving out several high-profile names.

By Alex Rivera2 months ago2 min read

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Football

Pochettino Backs Balogun FIFA Decision as Good for Football

Mauricio Pochettino has come out in support of the FIFA ruling on Folarin Balogun, saying the decision benefits the sport as a whole.

By Alex Rivera2 months ago3 min read

US soccer players training on a green pitch ahead of an international match

Football

Pochettino Relieved as Balogun Available for US vs Belgium Clash

Mauricio Pochettino has welcomed the news that Folarin Balogun is available for the United States men's national team ahead of their match against Belgium.

By Alex Rivera2 months ago2 min read