FIFA has lifted the red card suspension for U.S. Men’s National Team player Folarin Balogun, making him eligible to play in the upcoming match against Belgium. The decision followed a call from President Donald Trump to FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
According to multiple reports, President Trump contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino requesting a review of the red card issued to Balogun during the match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. A White House source familiar with the matter confirmed that Trump made the call.
FIFA subsequently reversed its decision, suspending the red card. Trump responded on social media, stating, “Thank you to FIFA for doing what was right, and reversing a great injustice!”
The Belgian FA called the decision “astonishing.” The reversal has significant implications for the U.S. team’s chances of advancing in the 2026 World Cup.
Reports indicate that President Trump asked FIFA to review USMNT star player Folarin Balogun's suspension following a questionable red card.
FIFA rescinded the red card given to Balogun, clearing him to play in the match against Belgium.
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