Trump asks FIFA to review Balogun's red card ahead of knockout match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 9:03 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino this week regarding the red card issued to U.S. striker Folarin Balogun. FIFA stated that Balogun would be allowed to play in the upcoming knockout game against Belgium after overturning a prior one-game suspension. Trump expressed his approval of FIFA's decision, calling it a correction of a "great injustice" on social media. The U.S. team prepares for the anticipated match, highlighting the importance of Balogun's participation.
- •Trump called Infantino to discuss Balogun's suspension.
- •Balogun eligible to play against Belgium in knockout game.
- •FIFA reversed the prior one-game suspension.
- •Trump praised the decision on social media.
- 9:03 PMYahoo Sports — Trump called FIFA head to seek review of US player red card: source
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