FIFA allows Balogun to play for U.S. against Belgium on Monday

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Last updated Jul 5, 2026

FIFA allows Balogun to play for U.S. against Belgium on Monday

Summary

Folarin Balogun is cleared to play for the U.S. men's national team against Belgium on July 6. This decision follows FIFA's unexpected change regarding his suspension. The U.S. team views his availability as a significant boost in their World Cup campaign. The match will take place amid heightened expectations for their performance.

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•Balogun plays for the U.S. men's national team.
•They will face Belgium on July 6.
•FIFA reversed a prior suspension decision.
•His inclusion is seen as beneficial for the team's strategy.

Latest Updates

6:40 PMCBS Sports — FIFA's mismanagement of Folarin Balogun's red card suspension mars USMNT’s big moment, and World Cup at large
11:40 PMESPN — Nobody benefits from FIFA letting Balogun off the ...

What they're saying

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FIFA's surprise announcement that Balogun would be available for Monday's clash against Belgium despite his red card in the round of 32 has ensured the World Cup would descend into chaos
— CBS Sportsby Pardeep Cattry

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The U.S. will be buzzing to have Folarin Balogun available vs. Belgium on Monday, but FIFA's U-turn on his suspension is a bad look for this World Cup
— ESPNby Mark Ogden

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