FIFA allows Balogun to play for U.S. against Belgium on Monday
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 10:45 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
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.
- •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.
- 11:40 PMESPN — Nobody benefits from FIFA letting Balogun off the ...
"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
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