USMNT faces controversy after Balogun red card against Bosnia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 6:32 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The US Men's National Team's knockout-round match against Bosnia and Herzegovina was marred by a controversial red card given to Folarin Balogun. The incident occurred midway through the second half when Balogun collided with Tarek Muharemovic. Referee Raphael Claus first allowed play to continue but later reviewed the situation via VAR, leading to the red card decision. This ruling has sparked frustration among American fans, who question the officiating standards. Balogun will miss the remainder of this match and the next.
- •Folarin Balogun received a red card for stepping on Tarek Muharemovic's ankle.
- •The red card was issued after a VAR review despite initial play continuing.
- •Fans express dissatisfaction with the officiating decision.
- •Balogun will be unavailable for the remainder of this match and the next.
- 6:32 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup: In America, there's no crying over red cards
"This is America, and we're not going to let one trash decision spoil four years of hard work and 250 years of hope.
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