How Folarin Balogun and Alex Freeman are fueling USMNT's early World Cup dominance (opens original article in a new tab)

Folarin Balogun and Alex Freeman have made significant contributions to the USMNT's early World Cup success, with Balogun scoring twice and Freeman playing a key defensive role.

• Folarin Balogun scored a first-half brace in the World Cup match against Paraguay.
• Alex Freeman started as a defender for the USMNT at age 21 and contributed with an assist and interceptions.
• Mauricio Pochettino's tactical decisions, including playing Weston McKennie as a central midfielder, have shown effectiveness.