Arsenal’s Folarin Balogun opts to play for United States instead of England

• Fifa approves US Soccer request to change forward's eligibility
• Balogan has scored 19 league goals on loan at Reims this term

The Arsenal forward Folarin Balogun has opted to represent the United States at senior level, with Fifa approving a request from US Soccer to change his national eligibility from England on Tuesday.

Balogun, who has starred in Ligue 1 with Reims on loan this season, has played for England up to under-21 level but now looks set to play for the US national team, who are co-hosting the next men's World Cup in 2026.