United States striker Folarin Balogun is facing a setback as he is set to be sidelined for approximately two months due to a shoulder injury, a source close to the player revealed on Wednesday. Balogun, who has been in impressive form, recently scored for the third consecutive game as Monaco secured a 2-1 victory over Rennes on October 5. However, his celebration was short-lived as he had to exit the match prematurely due to the injury.
The injury, identified as a dislocated shoulder, occurred during the game, forcing Balogun to be substituted in the second half. Despite his crucial goal in the 22nd minute that secured the win for Monaco, the striker had to be withdrawn from the match due to the injury.
This unfortunate incident has also led to Balogun's withdrawal from the U.S. squad for their upcoming matches against Panama and Mexico. The club has not issued an official statement regarding the extent of the injury or the expected recovery timeline for the player.
Balogun, who is currently in his second season with Monaco, has been a key player for the team and his absence will undoubtedly be felt on the field. The striker's consistent goal-scoring form has been instrumental in Monaco's success this season, and his absence will pose a challenge for the team in his absence.
As Balogun begins his recovery process, the team and fans will be eagerly awaiting his return to full fitness. In the meantime, Monaco will need to regroup and adjust their tactics to cope with the absence of their prolific striker.
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