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Folarin Balogun scores first goal for Monaco in loss to Paris FC

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Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Folarin Balogun scores first goal for Monaco in loss to Paris FC

Summary

Folarin Balogun scored his first goal since the World Cup, netting for Monaco in a 3-1 defeat against Paris FC on November 1, 2026. This goal marked Balogun's return to scoring after a lengthy drought that began following his red card during the World Cup match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Balogun had faced a challenging summer, including a failed transfer to Everton. Following his goal, he continues to seek a more stable position with Monaco, where he has been overshadowed by younger teammates. Balogun's performances are under scrutiny as he aims to revitalize his club career in hopes of a move in January.

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By the Numbers

•Balogun scored in Monaco's 3-1 loss to Paris FC.
•This was his first goal since the World Cup.
•His scoring drought began after a red card in summer.
•He had a failed transfer to Everton during the summer.
•Balogun has been less favored by Monaco's new manager.

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11:38 AMYahoo Sports — Folarin Balogun takes a first, tiny step toward moving on from a calamitous summer
11:38 AMThe Guardian Sport — Folarin Balogun takes a first, tiny step toward moving on from a calamitous summer

What they're saying

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The USMNT striker scored his first goal since the World Cup in a losing effort against Paris FC. Could it lead to something more? Before this weekend, the last time Folarin Balogun scored was in the United States’ 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina at this past summer’s World Cup. In the immediate aftermath, the outlook for Balogun seemed rosy; an ascendant player who could muster a goal in tense games. At half-time against Bosnia, US fans weren’t just wondering how far his team could advance – they were sizing Balogun up against some of the world’s best strikers. But for most of the ensuing four months, Balogun has been in limbo. His breakout World Cup was overshadowed by a red card in that same game against Bosnia and Herzegovina, followed by a scandal of which he wanted no part. Just as it seemed a summer move away from Monaco could get his club career on track, he broke off a possible deadline-day move to Everton after a lengthy visit to the training grounds and a medical he felt was improperly handled. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jeff Rueter