FIFA overturns Folarin Balogun's red card before USMNT match against Belgium

Folarin Balogun is set to play for the U.S. men's national team against Belgium on Monday after FIFA overturned his red card from a previous match. President Donald Trump claimed he initiated the review of Balogun's suspension following a foul call during the victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina. Trump emphasized that he simply requested a review, believing the initial decision was incorrect. Balogun had been shown a red card for stepping on a defender's ankle, triggering an automatic one-game suspension under FIFA rules. A review deemed the suspension unwarranted, allowing Balogun to participate in the crucial Round of 16 match.

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