Balogun was shown a controversial red during the U.S.’s 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina to start the knockout stage and was initially not allowed to play in the round of 16.

FIFA rules block any appeal of Balogun's red card suspension before the USMNT vs Belgium match, while a Solana meme token surged on the news.

FIFA confirms no appeal for Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, forcing the USMNT to face Belgium without their top scorer in the World Cup round of 16.