Folarin Balogun scores twice in World Cup debut for US against Paraguay
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 4:25 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Folarin Balogun netted two goals in the first half for the United States during their World Cup match against Paraguay on June 13, helping the co-hosts secure a 4-1 lead. The striker expressed his joy, calling it a 'dream' debut, and indicated he plans to celebrate by watching Netflix. Balogun's performance is viewed as a significant contribution, particularly as the US looks to establish itself in the tournament. His commitment to the US team follows a successful club career in Ligue 1 with Monaco.
- •Balogun scored two first-half goals against Paraguay.
- •The match is part of the World Cup hosted by the US.
- •He previously starred in Ligue 1, top-scoring for Monaco.
- •Balogun's commitment to the US team has boosted fan support.
- •His teammate Christian Pulisic praised his scoring ability.
- 4:25 AMYahoo Sports — Net twice and chill: US star Balogun relaxed after brace
"He netted twice on his World Cup debut but US striker Folarin Balogun is not about to celebrate wildly, telling reporters Friday he plans to finish his epic night by curling up in front of Netflix.Asked what he will do to celebrate, he replied: "To be honest, I think I'll probably just, you know, watch some Netflix."
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