# Balogun Rises, Pulisic Needs Work: USMNT Stock Report

A performance review of US men's national team players shows Folarin Balogun enhancing his reputation while Christian Pulisic still has room for improvement. The assessment highlights shifting form and competition within the squad, which matters for upcoming national team selections and attacking depth.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [Fox News Sports](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/usmnt-pulisic-balogun-mckennie-world-cup) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:34:44 -0400