FIFA gave the U.S. striker Folarin Balogun, the team’s leading goal scorer at this World Cup, a rare reprieve for his controversial red card, allowing him to play against Belgium.

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.

USMNT star Folarin Balogun will miss the World Cup round-of-16 match against Belgium after a red card suspension with no appeal under FIFA rules.