Folarin Balogun assists referee during U.S. World Cup match against Australia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 9:55 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
During the United States' World Cup match against Australia on June 19, an unusual incident caused a brief delay when referee Felix Zwayer suffered from cramping. Folarin Balogun, who scored earlier in the game, assisted by stretching the referee's leg. This match secured the top spot for the U.S. in Group B following a 2-0 victory. Other players from both teams also participated in helping Zwayer, who ultimately continued officiating after receiving assistance.
- •U.S. defeats Australia 2-0 in World Cup group stage match.
- •Folarin Balogun helps referee Felix Zwayer during cramping incident.
- •Match took place in Seattle amid summer conditions.
- •U.S. clinches top position in Group B.
- 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Folarin Balogun helps stretch referee after official goes down with cramp during U.S. win over Australia
"Late in the United States' second World Cup win, an official's injury caused a delay.
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