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2026 World Cup, Trump to journalists after Balogun-gate, 'don't ask about soccer, you're not interested'
US President Donald Trump joked with journalists in the Oval Office the day after FIFA revoked the disqualification of the US national team's top scorer, Folarin Balogun. 'We have the press here. They don't care about soccer at all. They won't ask any questions about it - Trump
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forbes.com
Trump Asked FIFA President to Review Folarin Balogun’s Red Card, Report Says
Trump reportedly spoke with FIFA president Gianni Infantino before the organization suspended a U.S. player's red card.
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eu.usatoday.com
Donald Trump thanks FIFA for reversing 'great injustice' on Folarin Balogun ban
The President of the United States (and winner of the FIFA Peace Prize) weighed in on FIFA's decision to allow the USMNT striker to play.
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washingtonexaminer.com
Trump called FIFA President to reverse Folarin Balogun's one-game ban: Report
Trump has a friendly relationship with FIFA President Gianni Infertino, who awarded Trump the “FIFA Peace Prize” last year.
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france24.com
FIFA lifts Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension after Trump calls Infantino
US President Donald Trump called FIFA president Gianni Infantino and asked him to review the World Cup suspension of US striker Folarin Balogun, a source familiar with the matter…
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dw.com
World Cup: Trump thanks FIFA for suspending Balogun's ban
US President Donald Trump reportedly called Gianni Infantino to ask him to lift Falorin Balogun's red card ban to allow him to play against Belgium. The Belgian FA has called the…
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punchng.com
Trump called FIFA chief to review Balogun's red card — Report
US President Donald Trump reportedly called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review and reverse Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card suspension. Read mor
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newrepublic.com
Did Trump Meddle in the World Cup to Help the U.S. Win?
It sure looks like Donald Trump put his thumb on the scale.
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en.mercopress.com
Trump admits calling FIFA over a red card; the reversal for the US striker sparks an outcry
US President Donald Trump admitted he had called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to ask that the red card shown to US striker Folarin Balogun be reviewed, after the body reversed…
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theguardian.com
Explained: Folarin Balogun’s World Cup red-card reversal, Trump’s phone calls and Fifa’s rationale
The surprise move deeming the US striker eligible to play came after the American president reached out to the governing body to appeal for the change
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smh.com.au
FIFA reaches a new low, with Trump again a gloating winner
FIFA’s decision to allow the previously suspended US striker Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium has left the football world astounded.
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timesofoman.com
FIFA World Cup 2026: Trump thanks FIFA after Balogun cleared to play for US in RO16 clash against Belgium
Balogun had been sent off in the 64th minute of the United States' 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina
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dailymail.com
Trump demanded staff 'find a way' to lift US star's suspension
White House officials, U.S. Soccer executives and lawyers all became involved before FIFA ultimately reinstated Balogun ahead of the United States' Round of 16 clash with Belgium.
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hindustantimes.com
A stain on the beautiful game: Trump's calls, Belgium's fury and the Ronaldo precedent behind FIFA's Balogun U-turn
Although Belgium described the move as unprecedented, FIFA has previously suspended the implementation of disciplinary sanctions. | Football News
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faz.net
Balogun bei Fußball-WM 2026: Infantino und FIFA und die Trump-Karte
Hat Donald Trump durch einen Anruf beim FIFA-Präsidenten Gianni Infantino erwirkt, dass US-Stürmer Folarin Balogun im WM-Achtelfinale trotz Rot-Sperre nun doch spielen darf? Die…
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huffpost.com
‘This Is Our Sport, Not Theirs’: World Soccer Furious Over Trump World Cup Meddling
The president's latest move has generated outrage among the soccer community worldwide.
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economictimes.indiatimes.com
FIFA World Cup 2026: Trump confirms he asked FIFA chief to review red card foul
President Donald Trump requested a review of a red-card incident involving Folarin Balogun. He believed the referee's call was unfair and not a genuine foul. Trump stated he only…
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nbcnews.com
Trump says he asked FIFA to review U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun’s suspension
Balogun’s red card had prompted fury from American soccer fans and concerns about the team’s prospects without the star player in the next match.
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commondreams.org
‘Unprecedented, Incomprehensible, and Unjustifiable’: Amid Trump Meddling, FIFA Ripped for Balogun Decision | Common Dreams
FIFA faces backlash for overturning Folarin Balogun's suspension at Trump's urging. Accusations of corruption and favoritism spark outrage.
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cryptobriefing.com
Trump pressures FIFA to overturn Balogun red card, raising questions about political power in global sports
Trump pressured FIFA to reverse Balogun's red card suspension before the Belgium match, raising concerns about political interference in sports and crypto
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adnkronos.com
2026 World Cup, Trump to journalists after Balogun-gate, 'don't ask about soccer, you're not interested'
US President Donald Trump joked with journalists in the Oval Office the day after FIFA revoked the disqualification of the US national team's top scorer, Folarin Balogun. 'We have…