2026 World Cup: LeBron James reacts to Folarin Balogun's goal vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina, others erupt after his red card
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Key Points:
- Folarin Balogun scored the first official goal for the United States in their 2-0 knockout round win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, celebrating with LeBron James' "Silencer" gesture, which James himself acknowledged.
- An earlier goal by Balogun was disallowed for offside, nullifying his initial celebration.
- In the second half, Balogun received a red card after a foul involving Tarik Muharemovic, forcing the U.S. to play with 10 men and resulting in his suspension for the Round of 16.
- Balogun became the fourth player in World Cup history to both score and be sent off in a knockout match, the first since Zinedine Zidane in 2006.
- Despite being a man down, the U.S. secured a second goal from Malik Tillman in the 82nd minute, ensuring their advancement to face Belgium in the Round of 16 in Seattle.
