Folarin Balogun scores in World Cup, celebrates with LeBron's gesture
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 1:12 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Folarin Balogun scored the opening goal for the USMNT against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup round of 32 match on July 2, 2026. The goal, which occurred just before halftime, was his third of the tournament. Balogun celebrated by performing LeBron James' signature 'Silencer' move, prompting a shoutout from the NBA star praising the goal. As the USMNT seeks its first knockout round win since 2002, Balogun's performance is significant in the team's pursuit of success in the tournament.
- •Balogun scored in the 45th minute for a 1-0 lead
- •This is Balogun's third goal of the World Cup
- •He celebrated using LeBron James' 'Silencer' gesture
- •The USMNT aims for a knockout round win since 2002
- •LeBron James acknowledged Balogun's goal on social media
- 1:12 AMYahoo Sports — Folarin Balogun hits LeBron James 'Silencer' celebration, NBA star shouts out USA
- 12:57 AMYahoo Sports — What was Folarin Balogun's goal celebration for USMNT vs. Bosnia? Hint: LeBron
"Folarin Balogun brought out 'The Silencer' for his goal in World Cup round of 32, and LeBron James approved.
"Folarin Balogun hit The Silencer after the World Cup goal vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina. What is it?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 1:12 AMFolarin Balogun hits LeBron James 'Silencer' celebration, NBA star shouts out USA
Folarin Balogun brought out 'The Silencer' for his goal in World Cup round of 32, and LeBron James approved.
- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 12:57 AMWhat was Folarin Balogun's goal celebration for USMNT vs. Bosnia? Hint: LeBron
Folarin Balogun hit The Silencer after the World Cup goal vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina. What is it?
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