U.S. striker Folarin Balogun could be the key in match against Australia

NPR | By Becky Sullivan

Published June 19, 2026 at 4:51 AM EDT

When the United States plays Australia in the World Cup on Friday, U.S. striker Folarin Balogun will be a key to the attack. He scored two goals in the opener against Paraguay.

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