Tag: Folarin Balogun
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Mark Kiszla: If Christian Pulisic is USMNT messiah, now would be ideal time to start working miracles
For the USA to seize a seat at the big boy table of the World Cup, it’s going to take more than a John Denver song and home-of-the-brave vibes. With a mix of made-in-America swagger and impressive footy skills, there’s no doubt that the USMNT has grabbed the world’s attention during the biggest sporting event…
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Mark Kiszla: How the USMNT beat Bosnia-Herzegovina and stupid instant replay at World Cup
The impossible American soccer dream is now inevitable. It is no longer a question of if men from these United States will hoist the World Cup, but when … and how soon? Go ahead and record this bold guarantee in indelible ink: When the USMNT finally wins the most coveted trophy in sports, we will…
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United States eyes soft knockout start, potential Belgian revenge | World Cup Insider
Denver Gazette reporter Vinny Benedetto takes you around the World Cup: World Cup Insider The United States’ path through the knockout stage is known. Before Americans can dream of getting revenge against Belgium in the Round of 16 or an exciting matchup against a talented Senegalese squad, the United States will face a game Bosnia…
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Kickin’ It with Kiz: Why ‘Flo’ Balogun is U.S. soccer hero by happy accident
The USMNT’s 4-1 rout of Paraguay in the World Cup opener reminded me of quarterback Peyton Manning’s glory days running the Broncos offense. – R., football/futbol nut Kiz: A U.S. soccer star was born Friday night. Striker Folarin Balogun became the first American player to score twice in a World Cup match in nearly a…