Balogun announces himself at the Cup

Folarin Balogun sent an unmistakable message at the World Cup this summer that he is the new face of U.S. men's soccer in his first Cup appearance.

From London to the U.S. team

Balogun grew up in London but chose to compete for the U.S., where he was born, making his international switch a significant part of his story.

Goals in three group matches

Balogun scored a pair of goals in a four one trouncing of Paraguay, created an own goal in a victory against Australia, then scored again in the team's two zero round of thirty two win over Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Trump calls FIFA over suspension

Balogun was such a potent force that when FIFA overturned his one game suspension for the round of sixteen tilt against Belgium after a phone call from President Donald Trump, the world took notice.

Balogun's unique story resonates

Balogun endeared himself to teammates and fans by maintaining a wide eyed curiosity about America. He said during the tournament, it is beyond explainable how special and unique his story is.

“It's beyond explainable how special and ​unique my story is.”

U.S. looks ahead to 2030

Expectations will rise for the U.S. at the two thousand thirty World Cup. With Balogun as its striker, the team is on solid footing for the tournament ahead.