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Folarin Balogun scores twice for US at World Cup amid citizenship debate

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 11:21 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Folarin Balogun scores twice for US at World Cup amid citizenship debate
Summary

Folarin Balogun scored two goals in his World Cup debut as the United States defeated Paraguay in their opening match. Balogun's eligibility for the US national team is tied to his birth in Brooklyn, New York, which has become a focal point due to President Trump's immigration policies. As the US prepares for their next group game against Australia, Balogun's performance has drawn widespread acclaim, with teammates expressing confidence in his abilities. The future of birthright citizenship is set to be addressed by the US Supreme Court soon.

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  • •Balogun scored two goals against Paraguay during the World Cup.
  • •His US citizenship results from his birth in New York.
  • •The US Supreme Court is expected to rule on citizenship issues soon.
  • •The next match for the US is against Australia on June 20.
  • •Balogun plays professionally for Monaco in Ligue 1.
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What they're saying
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Folarin Balogun scored two goals on his World Cup debut, but he is the type of person President Trump is trying to ban under birthright citizenship.

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Folarin Balogun scored two goals on his World Cup debut, but he is the type of person President Trump is trying to ban under birthright citizenship.

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