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Balogun gets US’s go-ahead goal against Bosnia and then red card
By Associated Press at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 2, 2026
· 3 min read
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Folarin Balogun’s night in the World Cup’s round of 32 was a roller coaster of emotions.It began with his third goal of the tournament to put the United States in the lead against Bosnia-Herzegovina and ended prematurely when he was given a red card early in the second ...
Key takeaway “It’s so unfortunate honestly,” teammate Christian Pulisic said following Wednesday’s 2-0 win.
Why this matters in The Midland
The World Cup match between the United States and Bosnia-Herzegovina has significant implications for local soccer fans in the Midland -Odessa area, who have been following Folarin Balogun's progress with great interest. As the US team prepares to face Belgium in their next match, locals will be watching to see how the team adapts to playing without Balogun, who will be serving a suspension due to his red card. The Permian Basin has a strong soccer community, with many youth leagues and clubs, and the US team's performance in the World Cup is likely to inspire local players and fans alike. The fact that Balogun's goal celebration, which included a nod to NBA star LeBron James, has gained attention on social media, may also spark interesting discussions among local sports enthusiasts about the intersection of different sports and cultures.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Folarin Balogun’s night in the World Cup’s round of 32 was a roller coaster of emotions.It began with his third goal of the tournament to put the United States in the lead against Bosnia-Herzegovina and ended prematurely when he was given a red card early in the second ...
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