Balogun acknowledges controversy over ban status for US match
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 12:58 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Folarin Balogun has accepted the controversial decision to clear him to play for the United States against Belgium on July 10. He confirmed he was not involved in the discussions that led to this outcome. The situation has drawn notable attention as the team prepares for the upcoming match. Balogun's participation may influence the strategies employed by the US side against Belgium.
- •Balogun cleared to play for the US against Belgium on July 10.
- •He states he was not involved in the decision process.
- •The decision has generated significant controversy leading up to the match.
- 1:42 PMESPN Soccer — Balogun confirms no involvement in ban U-turn
"Folarin Balogun accepts the decision to clear him to play for the United States against Belgium on Monday was "controversial" but insisted he played no part in the process.
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