Folarin Balogun receives red card during USMNT match against Bosnia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:52 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Folarin Balogun was sent off in the 64th minute of the USMNT's 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup Round of 32. The red card was given for a foul that was not initially called by referee Raphael Claus during the match. Balogun's foul appeared accidental as he stepped on Tarik Muharemović's leg while attempting to play the ball. FIFA rules regarding video assistant referee (VAR) usage have come under scrutiny, as slow-motion replays may have influenced the decision more than intended. Balogun will serve a one-game suspension during the next match against Belgium, as there is no appeal process for his red card.
- •Balogun sent off for a foul in the 64th minute.
- •The USMNT won 2-0 against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- •Media reports question the use of VAR for the red card.
- •Balogun misses the next match against Belgium due to suspension.
- •Coach Mauricio Pochettino disagrees with the red card decision.
- 9:52 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Was video replay misused to give red card to USMNT's Folarin Balogun?
"Balogun was sent off in the 64th minute for a foul that wasn't called in real time.
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