Folarin Balogun nets a HAT-TRICK for Reims to go above Kylian Mbappe in Ligue 1 scoring charts

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Folarin Balogun pulls off a HAT-TRICK for Reims to inspire an incredible comeback against Lorient and continue his red-hot form in Ligue 1 as Arsenal’s loan-out striker tops PSG star Kylian Mbappe in the lists scorers.

  • Arsenal loan forward Folarin Balogun continued his red-hot form for Reims
  • He scored a hat-trick against Lorient to take his tally to 14, above Kylian Mbappé
  • Balogun has been a revelation since joining the Ligue 1 side on loan from Arsenal.

Folarin Balogun continued his incredible goalscoring form since joining Reims on loan from Arsenal when he scored a hat-trick against Lorient to inspire their 4-2 comeback on Wednesday night.

The 21-year-old now has 14 goals to his name in Ligue 1 and his heroism takes him above PSG superstar Kylian Mbappe at the top of the goalscoring charts following a sensational season for the striker.

His first goal was a coolly taken penalty to discount his team after they lost 2-0 at home, before Kamory Doumbia equalized the score.

Balogun then converted a brilliant volley from close range to put his team ahead before adding sparkle to the score by producing a sensational first-half finish with a high ball.

While passing Mbappé in the Ligue 1 golden boot race, the 2018 World Cup winner was having a night to forget for PSG in their 3-1 win over Montpellier, after missing two penalties. and a rebound before getting injured.

Folarin Balogun (R) scored a hat-trick as Reims sealed the comeback against Lorient 4-2

Folarin Balogun (R) scored a hat-trick as Reims sealed the comeback against Lorient 4-2

He has now surpassed Kylian Mbappe as Ligue 1's top scorer, and the superstar had a night to forget for PSG against Montpellier.

He has now surpassed Kylian Mbappe as Ligue 1’s top scorer, and the superstar had a night to forget for PSG against Montpellier.

Balogun has been shining under the guidance of up-and-coming English manager Will Still and scored a last-gasp equalizer against Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday night to continue the club’s unbeaten run since he took over.

Arsenal will have a big decision to make about Balogun and they will probably realize it after watching him light up the French top tier.

Sportsmail understands that the club will wait until the summer before making any decisions on his future, and Reims expect him to return to the Emirates.

Balogun is having a sensational season with Reims and has given Arsenal a lot to think about

Balogun is having a sensational season with Reims and has given Arsenal a lot to think about

The striker joined the north London club aged 10 and signed a new long-term deal in 2021.

Arsenal plan to let him develop in France, where the 21-year-old has enjoyed regular playing opportunities at the highest level.

Balogun has started 16 Ligue 1 games for Reims, but if he stays at Arsenal next season, he will face stiff competition from the likes of Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah.


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