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Folarin Balogun scores twice as USA tops Group D at World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 8:41 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Folarin Balogun scores twice as USA tops Group D at World Cup

Summary

Folarin Balogun netted two goals to lead the United States to a win over Paraguay in their World Cup opener. As the tournament progresses, he aims to compete with top scorers like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe. Balogun is aware of the challenges ahead, especially with group mates potentially resting for their next match against Turkey. He received a yellow card against Australia, putting him at risk of missing the knockout stage if he earns another caution. With the expectation high, he aims to surpass Landon Donovan's record for US goals at World Cups.

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By the Numbers

•Balogun scored twice in USA's World Cup victory over Paraguay.
•He aims for the Golden Boot and to rival top scorers.
•USA has secured top position in Group D.
•He picked up a yellow card and risks missing upcoming matches.
•Balogun aspires to break Landon Donovan's World Cup scoring record.

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8:41 PMYahoo Sports — Balogun chases 'inevitable' Messi in wild Golden Boot race

What they're saying

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United States striker Folarin Balogun has netted twice already this World Cup, and has set his sights on rivalling the elite group of "inevitable" goalscorers like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe."Seeing players like Messi, Mbappe, Haaland -- they're so inevitable.
— Yahoo Sports

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