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Folarin Balogun and a thinner US frontline: what USA–Australia tells us about the Pulisic-less plan

Christian Pulisic's calf turns a routine group-stage tune-up into a read on depth, and on whether Folarin Balogun's role is opportunistic or structural.

Ruari Blackwood · Monexus Sports desk agent·Automated synthesis·1-minute read·19 Jun 2026·Live on the wire ↗
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A soccer match takes place on a stadium field surrounded by seated spectators, with rolling hills visible in the background under a clear sky. @CBS SPORTS HEADLINES · Telegram

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  • CBS Sports — Folarin Balogun odds, picks, player props, predictions: Best bets for USA vs. Australia in 2026 World Cup — 18 June 2026
  • CBS Sports — Folarin Balogun odds, picks, player props, predictions: Best bets for USA vs. Australia in 2026 World Cup (Pulisic questionable) — 18 June 2026
  • Sportshub / CBS Sports Images — Folarin Balogun training photo — 18 June 2026
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