Folarin Balogun emerges from World Cup storm with higher United States profile | OneFootball

The World Cup storm around Folarin Balogun did little to ruffle the Monaco striker, and it has, if anything, raised his profile in the United States.

According to L'Équipe, the summer row did not knock him off course and helped turn him into a prominent sports figure there, after he represented the United States at the tournament.

In 20 years, memories of 2026 will likely centre on Spain lifting the trophy and France's run to the semi-finals, ended 0-2 by the eventual champions.

Many may also recall the farewells of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. There could even be space for Norway's viking-style celebrations.

Yet the Balogun affair is unlikely to fade, a moment when political interference in football may have reached its peak.

Source: L'Équipe

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