United States men’s national team and AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun turned provider on Saturday as he assisted both of his side’s goals in a 2-1 Ligue 1 victory vs. Rennes.
Balogun entered the match with just one goal contribution in his last six games for Monaco and needed a solid performance. Monaco signed Balogun for roughly $43 million this summer.
The 22-year-old USMNT star delivered on Saturday this time with his passing rather than goal scoring.
Balogun assists vs Rennes
In the 51st minute he provided the final ball to Vanderson who scored the game’s opening goal.
Vanderson opens the scoring with an assist from Balogun! ⚽️
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His second assist came courtesy of a great move from Youssouf Fofana in the 85th minute, but hey, all assists count the same.
Youssouf Fofana's superb finish seals the victory!
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Rennes scored a consolation penalty goal in the 90th minute as Balogun’s side held on for the victory. The American recorded three shots in a game that will be remembered more for his assists.
The result from Saturday now gives him three assists on the season along with his four goals.
Folarin Balogun assists both goals for Monaco in a 2-1 win against Rennes.
He's now got 4 goals and 3 assists for Monaco this season. pic.twitter.com/AOu2T5h4qS— USMNT Only (@usmntonly) December 9, 2023
Monaco sit second in the Ligue 1 table behind Paris Saint-Germain.
