USMNT get their man! Striker Folarin Balogun’s switch to represent the United States APPROVED by FIFA… solving a big problem position for the World Cup hosts
Stade Reims striker Folarin Balogun has applied for, and received, a one-time-switch waiver from FIFA – allowing him to represent the United States.
According to The Athletic, Balogun – the Brooklyn-born, London-raised forward – will be able to represent the nation of his birth at the international level.
In recent months, Balogun has been starring in France’s Ligue 1, but failed to receive any callups from England manager Gareth Southgate to the senior team. He’s expressed his frustration through social media multiple times.
Balogun represented the United States at the U-18 level, but played for England youth teams at U-17, U-18, U-20, and U-21 levels. As of late, the striker has made 13 appearances for the England U-21s and bagged seven goals.
The Arsenal loanee had the option to play for the United States, England or Nigeria – the nation of his parents’ birth – at the senior level.
Stade Reims striker Folarin Balogun has gotten approval by FIFA to play for the United States
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