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USMNT Star Balogun Nets Third UCL Goal
10 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Folarin Balogun scored his third Champions League goal for Monaco.
- Balogun's goal secured a 1-0 victory against Galatasaray.
- He is the first American to score in three consecutive UCL appearances.
Folarin Balogun, the United States Men's National Team striker, scored his third Champions League goal in as many matches, securing a crucial 1-0 win for Monaco against Galatasaray. The goal came in the 68th minute at Stade Louis-II, capitalizing on a moment of confusion from the Galatasaray substitute goalkeeper.
This significant goal adds to Balogun's tally, bringing his total to six goals in 16 appearances across all competitions for the Ligue 1 side. His consistent scoring in Europe makes him the first American player to find the net in three consecutive Champions League games, marking a notable achievement.
The victory extended Monaco's unbeaten streak in their last five Champions League group stage matches. In other USMNT news, Ricardo Pepi also scored for PSV Eindhoven, though his team ultimately lost. Tim Weah featured for Marseille in their comeback win.
