3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM
Folarin Balogun Injury: Progress and Potential Return Date for Monaco & USMNT Striker Folarin Balogun experienced a major setback in his recovery from a shoulder injury that will keep the Monaco and USMNT striker off the pitch...
With US striker Balogun sidelined, Monaco needs another forward. Kolo Muani could be a solution
With United States striker Folarin Balogun injured, Monaco is in need of more firepower up front4 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Set for three months out Balogun (shoulder) is expected to miss three months, according to manager Adi Hutter.
Impact Balogun's shoulder injury is as serious as originally feared, meaning he's expected to miss at least three months. Hutter was quick to add Monaco could be in the market for a new striker in the Winter window. If no new strikers comes in it would likely mean more minutes up top for Eliesse Ben Seghir or George Ilenikhena.
DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
USMNT, Monaco striker Folarin Balogun to undergo shoulder surgery
United States men's national team and Monaco striker Folarin Balogun will undergo surgery on his recently dislocated shoulder.DECEMBER 11
Won't face Toulouse Balogun (shoulder) is out for Saturday's match against Toulouse.
Impact Balogun will miss out due to his shoulder issues, with Saturday being his first absence due to the problems. This will force a change, as he did start in their last match, with George Ilenikhena taking his spot. With heavy doubt heading into Saturday's match, he is likely going to be questionable for Wednesday's UCL match against Arsenal.
DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Uncertain Saturday Balogun (shoulder) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Toulouse, according to manager Adi Hutter.
Impact Balogun is a heavy doubt for Saturday's match as he struggles with a shoulder injury. The forward has been dealing with the shoulder pain for months and has been a doubt in most matches. With limited matches before the Christmas break there is some hope Balogun can make it to the break and recover.
DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
USMNT, Monaco striker Folarin Balogun doubtful for Arsenal return in Champions League
United States striker Folarin Balogun sat out training for Monaco after taking another hit on his recently dislocated shoulder, putting him...DECEMBER 5
On bench for UCL match Balogun (shoulder) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Benfica.
Impact Balogun has returned to play Wednesday, finding a spot on the bench to face Benfica. He will look to find minutes, as he has not appeared since early October due to injury. He has started in five of his eight appearances, so expect him to serve in a rotational spot now that he is fit.
NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE
On UCL team sheet Balogun (shoulder) is on the team sheet for Wednesday's UCL match against Benfica.
Impact Balogun is expected to be an option for Monaco Wednesday after missing the last month with a shoulder injury. He is set to bring depth in the attack as he is also an option to start at forward having scored three goals in eight appearances in all competitions for Monaco, starting in five of those contests.
NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE
Ricardo Pepi isn't the USMNT's No. 1 option at striker — at least not yet
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Training, still out Balogun (shoulder) has started to train with the group again but is out for Friday's match against Brest, according to his club.
Impact Balogun is seeing huge steps in his recovery as he has returned to group training. However, he will have to wait another week for a return, as he was left off the squad list for Friday. That said, he should be nearing a return, possibly featuring against Benfica on Wednesday in UCL play.
NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Targeting return after break Balogun (shoulder) is set to return after the international break, according to manager Adi Hutter.
Impact Balogun was originally expected to miss two months, but he appears to be rehabbing quicker than expected. The striker could be back as soon as a Nov. 22 clash with Brest, just over a month after the shoulder injury he suffered.
NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Out two months Balogun (shoulder) is set to miss around two months with a dislocated shoulder, according to Greg O'Keeffe of The Athletic.
Impact Balogun will be heading to the sidelines for a solid period of time, with the forward having been handed a dislocated shoulder. This will be a brutal blow for the club as he remains out for two months, with the forward holding a rotational role and starting in five of his nine appearances this campaign. That said, George Ilenikhena is set to see an increase in time with Balogun out, while Brett Embolo will likely remain the typical starter at forward.
OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
USMNT striker Folarin Balogun sidelined two months with shoulder injury
United States striker Folarin Balogun will be sidelined for about two months with a shoulder injury, per The Associated Press.OCTOBER 16
Folarin Balogun Injury: Progress & Potential Return Date for USMNT Striker Folarin Balogun is set to miss two months for Monaco and the USMNT after dislocating his shoulder.
OCTOBER 15 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Three USMNT stars to miss Mauricio Pochettino's first games due to injuries
Tim Weah, Folarin Balogun and Johnny Cardoso will miss new coach Mauricio Pochettino’s first U.S. games because of injuries.OCTOBER 6
Scores prior to injury Balogun scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Rennes. He was subbed off due to injury in the 64th minute.
Impact Balogun suffered a dislocated shoulder during Saturday's match according to Jeff Carlisle of ESPN, an injury that will keep him away from the US National Team ahead of the upcoming international break. Prior to the injury he scored his third goal of the season in the 22nd minute, a goal which ended up being the match-winner.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
USMNT striker Folarin Balogun subs off with injury after scoring in third straight match for Monaco
U.S. striker Folarin Balogun has scored his third goal this season as Monaco seized command of the French league standings with a 2-1 win at...OCTOBER 5
Scores on Saturday Balogun scored one goal to go with seven shots (one on goal) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win against Montpellier.
Impact Balogun scored the team's first goal in the match and his second in the league campaign. It was the first occasion in this campaign where the 23-year-old had seven shots.
OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Nets goal Balogun scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Le Havre.
Impact Balogun finally found the net for the first time this campaign in the club's fifth match of the season, scoring in the 70th minute of Sunday's win. This comes after making four appearances, notching 13 shots before finding his first goal of the campaign. This was his first start in two appearances, now starting in three of his five appearances across all competitions.
SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
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