FIFA, Balogun and Belgium

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Soccer-FIFA rejects Belgium challenge over Balogun eligibility, Trump calls red card U-turn 'brilliant'
By Bo Erickson WASHINGTON, July 6 (Reuters) - FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended world soccer’s disciplinary process on Monday amid mounting international criticism after U.S. President Donald Trump praised FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s World Cup red-card ban.

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Two US soccer team staff members suspended by FIFA for Belgium World Cup game
Balogun Starts for US Against Belgium After Suspension Lifted Following Call by Trump to FIFA
Photos of Balogun's Red-Card Foul at Center of FIFA Controversy to Lift US Striker's Suspension
FIFA’s decision to lift the automatic suspension of U.S. forward Folarin Balogun has caused an uproar.

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Balogun starts for US against Belgium after suspension lifted following call by Trump to FIFA
Integrity of World Cup is questioned as Trump, FIFA defend actions surrounding Balogun suspension
Belgian Federation to Challenge FIFA's Decision to Let Folarin Balogun Play in World Cup Match
The Belgian federation (RBFA) said it has still not received either “FIFA’s decision or any explanation regarding this matter. In these circumstances, it has no choice but to challenge the player’s el...

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Historic World Cup furor at FIFA decision to meet Trump's wish and let US forward Balogun play
FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino

Belgian federation to challenge FIFA’s decision to let Folarin Balogun play in World Cup match

The Belgian soccer federation wants explanation from FIFA about a decision to let U.S forward Folarin Balogun play at the World Cup despite getting a red card in his previous game. Belgium takes on the United States later Monday for a spot in the quarterfinals.

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England sees off an immense challenge from Mexico in what may be the best game of the 2026 World Cup

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