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Balogun says FIFA suspension lift caused controversy
CBS News··15 Jul
US striker Folarin Balogun told CBS Mornings on July 14 he knew FIFA's decision to lift his red card suspension before the Belgium match would cause controversy. Balogun received the card during the World Cup round of 32 against Bosnia on July 1. President Trump asked FIFA to review the call. The US lost to Belgium 4-1 in the round of 16.
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What It Means For You
- FIFA disciplinary decisions can draw political scrutiny at the World Cup.
- Red card overturns remain rare and controversial in knockout tournaments.
- The US team's 2026 run ended with a 4-1 loss to Belgium.
What's Happening
- FIFA lifted Balogun's one-match red card suspension before the Belgium game.
- Balogun spoke to CBS Mornings about the controversy on July 14.
- Trump asked FIFA to review the red card from the Bosnia match.
World Cup Discipline Row
- Balogun was sent off during the July 1 round of 32 match.
- The US won that game 2-0 despite playing with ten men.
- Infantino said the disciplinary review was already in progress.
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