Trump's intervention? FIFA sparks World Cup firestorm by reinstating Folarin Balogun

On Sunday, FIFA unexpectedly suspended the mandatory one-match ban stemming from Balogun's recent red card, providing a massive boost to the USMNT.

Striker Folarin Balogun will be able to play against Belgium after receiving a red card.

Balogun is now free to play in the USA’s last-16 match against Belgium.