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Folarin Balogun made the right call, and Friday night he proved it in front of the world. The USMNT striker, who could have suited up for England or Nigeria, buried two goals in a four to one demolition of Paraguay at the World Cup opener, calling it a dreamy night — and honestly, it was hard to argue.
That performance has the entire country buzzing about what this young American squad can actually do. The pressure of hosting the two thousand twenty six World Cup is real, but this group didn't flinch under a packed house in Los Angeles, delivering exactly the kind of statement moment that puts the rest of the tournament on notice.
And while the Americans are dreaming big, Paris Saint-Germain is already plotting their next move. Reports indicate PSG have made contact with West Ham over two players — a midfielder and a winger — with discussions already underway. The Hammers were relegated, and now the French giants are circling, ready to turn someone else's disaster into their next signing.
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