USMNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Unstoppable Julian Hall, Uncertain Folarin Balogun

After the U.S. men’s national team’s run of four straight wins, players have returned to club action with mixed results, prompting Sports Illustrated’s weekly “stock up, stock down” look at USMNT performers. Julian Hall is highlighted for continuing his scoring form: he netted in each of his first three USMNT appearances and scored for Red Bull New York in MLS after 15 minutes in a 4-1 win over San Diego FC on Saturday. The 18-year-old now has 11 MLS goals this season. The article also reviews other players, including Alex Freeman, despite Villarreal’s 1-0 loss to Real Madrid.