Gareth Southgate has been accused of "English arrogance" which led to underestimated Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun choosing to play for USMNT over England at senior level.
New York-born Balogun, 21, has been subject to an international tug-of-war for some time, with his country of birth, the US, England, and Nigeria all options for the striker to represent. However, his form in France for Reims accelerated the race for Balogun's international allegiance, with the on-loan forward scoring 20 goals in 36 appearances across all competitions.
Balogun had represented both England and the US at youth level and there was hope that a senior Three Lions call-up was on its way for March's fixtures.
