FIFA ruling allows Folarin Balogun to play for US against Belgium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 12:51 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
FIFA has suspended a red card that would have sidelined Folarin Balogun for the US World Cup match against Belgium on July 6. This decision comes amid President Trump's intervention on Balogun's behalf, raising concerns about the 'karma' surrounding the team's performance. Analysts express mixed feelings, with some suggesting that any potential US victories may now carry an asterisk. As the match is still in progress, the implications of this ruling remain to be fully realized.
- •Folarin Balogun is eligible to play against Belgium due to a lifted suspension.
- •President Trump reportedly intervened with FIFA regarding the player's status.
- •Soccer analysts anticipate potential controversy surrounding US victories.
- •The match is part of the ongoing 2026 World Cup.
- 12:51 PMYahoo Sports — ‘The Karma is Very Bad’: Morning Joe’s Jon Lemire Frets About Controversial FIFA Ruling Impacting the Vibes of US World Cup Run
"MS NOW's Jon Lemire fears the ruling allowing Folarin Balogun to play for the U.S. in Monday's World Cup match against Belgium may impact the team's "karma."
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