Balogun starts for U.S. in FIFA World Cup match against Belgium
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 11:12 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Folarin Balogun has been named in the starting XI for the United States as they face Belgium in the round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup on July 6, 2026. Coach Mauricio Pochettino made the announcement ahead of the match set to take place in Seattle. The inclusion of Balogun reflects the team's strategy in this critical knockout stage of the tournament. Fans will be watching to see how the squad performs against a formidable Belgian side during this decisive encounter.
- •Folarin Balogun named in starting lineup for U.S. vs. Belgium.
- •Match is part of the round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup.
- •Game taking place in Seattle on July 6, 2026.
- 11:40 PMESPN — Balogun named in starting XI for U.S. vs. Belgium
"Mauricio Pochettino handed Folarin Balogun a spot in the starting lineup for the United States in its round-of-16 match with Belgium in the FIFA World Cup on Monday in Seattle.
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