Balogun shines and puts USA in the round of 16; new Captain America?
Striker decides against Australia and intensifies debate about hierarchy of the North American team.
Folarin Balogun didn't just secure a place in the round of 16 with a 2-0 victory over Australia — he transformed the narrative for the US national team. The striker's cross resulted in an own goal by Cameron Burgess, and Alexander Freeman added a double before the break, sealing qualification at Seattle Stadium. Mauricio Pochettino created a team that controlled possession and suffocated Australia in the first half.
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