Balogun was cleared to play in the Round of 16 against Belgium after FIFA suspended his red-card ban under Article 27.

Track the latest on Folarin Balogun's suspension, FIFA ruling, reinstatement and USMNT reaction while the U.S. takes on Belgium in the World Cup.

FIFA reversed Folarin Balogun’s suspension after Trump sought a review, letting the U.S. striker play Belgium over objections.

USMNT star Folarin Balogun was suspended during the FIFA World Cup in July 2026, but the ban was lifted after President ...

FIFA, along with Infantino, has been widely criticised amid suggestions of political interference from the White House.

Folarin Balogun’s red-card suspension was overturned by FIFA. President Trump said he asked for the review that ultimately ...

Everything you need to know regarding Folarin Balogun's eligibility for the USMNT against Belgium following a controversial ...

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 attempted to appeal FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s red card, challenging the striker’s sudden ...

The United States received a major boost ahead of the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup Round of 16 showdown with Belgium after FIFA overturned the automatic suspension tied to Folarin Balogun's red card ...