US striker Balogun's return to fitness boosts Monaco's Champions League hopes
- United States forward Folarin Balogun returned to the starting lineup for the entirety of Monaco's 3-1 victory at Saint-Etienne last weekend, marking his first full appearance following shoulder surgery in December.
- Balogun suffered a shoulder injury after a hit against Marseille, which aggravated his condition and led him to opt for surgery.
- After returning to action with Monaco's reserve team in March and making five substitute appearances, Balogun earned a starting spot last week and scored his first league goal of the year.
- Balogun expressed that completing a full match significantly boosted both his physical condition and self-assurance, noting he initially felt some nervousness but has since gained full confidence.
- Monaco's win kept them in contention for a Champions League place, with two rounds left and Monaco one point behind second-placed Marseille in Ligue 1.
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US striker Balogun’s return to fitness boosts Monaco’s Champions League hopes
MONACO (AP) — Folarin Balogun is back in form and that's excellent news for Monaco as the race for Champions League places draws to a close in Ligue 1.

US striker Balogun's return to fitness boosts Monaco's Champions League hopes
MONACO (AP) — Folarin Balogun is back in form and that's excellent news for Monaco as the race for Champions League places draws to a close in Ligue 1.
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