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Trump’s call, FIFA’s reversal and the Balogun World Cup controversy explained
FIFA’s stunning decision to lift the suspension of a star U.S. player has riled the host country's next World Cup opponent, Belgium
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abcnews.com
FIFA lifts US player Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino
U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of American star forward Folarin Balogun, whose suspension was lifted in a decision that allows him to play in a World Cup match…
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channelnewsasia.com
FIFA makes U-turn to clear Balogun for US v Belgium World Cup clash following call from Trump
MIAMI/SEATTLE, July 5 : United States striker Folarin Balogun is available for the World Cup last-16 clash with Belgium after FIFA suspended his ban for a red card on Sunday in an…
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huffpost.com
FIFA Lifts U.S. Player Balogun’s Red Card Suspension At World Cup After Trump Calls Infantino
The White House made a call to FIFA to ask Gianni Infantino to review Folarin Balogun’s red card, according to a source.
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dawn.com
FIFA makes unprecedented U-turn following Trump intervention to clear Balogun for US-Belgium World Cup clash
The striker was shown a red card in the round-of-32 match against Bosnia and Herzegovina for planting his boot into the ankle of Tarik Muharemovic.
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hindustantimes.com
Balogun’s red card: Trump's role confirmed as FIFA lifts one-match ban after Gianni Infantino call
FIFA lifted Folarin Balogun's suspension after Donald Trump urged a review, allowing him to face Belgium and sparking outrage from Belgian officials.
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saudigazette.com.sa
Trump intervention helps overturn Balogun suspension before Belgium match
FIFA overturned Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension after a review prompted by U.S. President Donald Trump, clearing the American striker to face Belgium in the Round of 16.
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gulfnews.com
USA's Balogun free to play in next World Cup match after red card suspended: FIFA
Trump's intervention? FIFA sparks World Cup firestorm by reinstating Folarin Balogun
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forbes.com
FIFA Criticized Over Balogun Red Card Suspension After Reported Call From Trump
The Belgian soccer body said it’s exploring “all potential options” to safeguard the “legitimate rights” of all teams at the World Cup and the principles of “fair play.”
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economictimes.indiatimes.com
Trump intervention sparks World Cup storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium
In an unprecedented move, FIFA has suspended Folarin Balogun's red-card ban for the US World Cup match against Belgium, following a personal appeal from President Donald Trump to…
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timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Donald Trump intervention forces stunning FIFA U-turn as Folarin Balogun escapes World Cup ban
In an unprecedented development that has sent shockwaves across the footballing world, FIFA has officially overturned the red-card suspension of United States star striker Folarin…
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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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Donald Trump phones Gianni Infantino after USA star's red card suspension; FIFA stuns World Cup with historic U-turn
The Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA), however, reacted with disbelief, while Belgium coach Rudi Garcia mocked FIFA's decision. | Football News
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FIFA takes U-turn on red card suspension for Folarin Balogun after Donald Trump calls Gianni Infantino to review
FIFA has controversially lifted Folarin Balogun's one-match suspension for a red card, allowing the US forward to play against Belgium. The decision, reportedly influenced by a…
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thehindu.com
The tarnished game: Trump, FIFA, and a suspended red card
Amid FIFA controversy, Trump's influence allows suspended U.S. striker Balogun to play, sparking outrage from Belgium and football fans.
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'It absolutely stinks': Football world erupts over Donald Trump's role in FIFA's Balogun red-card U-turn
FIFA's unprecedented decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's automatic one-match ban has ignited a fierce debate at the FIFA World Cup 2026, drawing criticism from rival teams and…
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euronews.com
'The Trump Card': Viral reactions to FIFA’s US red card reversal
If you get a red card at the World Cup, you miss the next game... Unless Donald Trump steps in. The world has reacted to the controversial move by FIFA to lift the ban given to…
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Trump’s FIFA Intervention Comes With 1 Very Awkward Twist
The irony alarm sounded over the president's call to FIFA's Peace Prize-awarding boss, Gianni Infantino.
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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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politico.eu
‘Incomprehensible decision’: Belgian minister slams FIFA’s U-turn on US red card
FIFA reversed its ban on Folarin Balogun for the U.S. team’s upcoming match against Belgium after Trump called football chief Gianni Infantino.