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Thierry Henry praises Balogun for snubbing England, Nigeria for US

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Arsenal legend Thierry Henry applauded Folarin Balogun’s decision to represent the US over England and Nigeria.

The Three Lions’ star-studded attack makes Henry doubt the 21-year-old’s chances of playing regularly.

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Henry told CBS Sports, “I think it’s a great one [coup] because they [USA]are missing a number 9. He must play next season.

“We all know he had to battle Callum Wilson, [Ivan] Toney, Ollie Watkins, Tammy Abraham, Harry Kane for the England national team.

“He’s a fantastic US player.”

Balogun was born in the US but raised in England and eligible for Nigeria.

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