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South China Morning Post World
Fifa President Gianni Infantino confirmed a call from US President Donald Trump influenced the decision to clear US forward Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium, sparking controversy and legal challenges.
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Fifa President Gianni Infantino confirmed a call from US President Donald Trump influenced the decision to clear US forward Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium, sparking controversy and legal challenges.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 8:37 PM
general
Gianni Infantino confirms a call from President Donald Trump regarding the red card decision on USA’s Folarin Balogun, emphasizing FIFA’s judicial independence.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 6:36 PM
general
Gianni Infantino confirms a call from Donald Trump about the red card incident involving Folarin Balogun but emphasizes FIFA's judicial independence.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 6:18 PM
politics
President Trump’s intervention in FIFA’s disciplinary decision on U.S. striker Folarin Balogun’s red card has drawn criticism from European officials and former FIFA President Sepp Blatter, raising questions about political influence in soccer governance.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 5:18 PM
world
The Royal Belgian Football Association disputes FIFA's handling of Folarin Balogun's eligibility, following a suspension suspension lift and intervention by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
CNA Latest News | Jul 6, 2026, 4:37 PM
world
President Donald Trump acknowledged contacting FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review the red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun, sparking debate ahead of the US-Belgium quarterfinal match.
France 24 English | Jul 6, 2026, 4:31 PM
world
FIFA's decision to allow US striker Folarin Balogun to play after a red card suspension was lifted following US President Donald Trump's intervention has drawn sharp criticism from UEFA and football figures ahead of the US-Belgium quarterfinal match.
ABC Australia News | Jul 6, 2026, 3:57 PM
politics
President Trump intervened after a controversial red card suspension was overturned, sparking dispute between FIFA and the Belgian soccer federation.
CBS Politics | Jul 6, 2026, 2:14 PM
politics
The European soccer organization condemns FIFA's decision to lift a one-game suspension for the Team USA player after intervention by President Trump.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 12:55 PM
world
US President Donald Trump’s intervention with FIFA over a disciplinary case has sparked debate ahead of the USA vs Belgium Round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 12:48 PM
world
FIFA controversially suspended the red card suspension of USA's top scorer Folarin Balogun following lobbying by Donald Trump, sparking appeals and debate ahead of the quarterfinals.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 6, 2026, 11:51 AM
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FIFA's decision to suspend the red card ban for U.S. star Folarin Balogun sparked controversy, with UEFA criticizing the move and former FIFA president Sepp Blatter questioning the organization's integrity amid political intervention claims.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 11:18 AM
world
FIFA's decision to lift Folarin Balogun's red card suspension after a call from US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy and an appeal from Belgium's football federation.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 7:57 AM
world
FIFA’s unprecedented decision to suspend the automatic red-card ban for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun has sparked controversy ahead of the World Cup last-16 match against Belgium, following a personal appeal from former U.S. President Donald Trump.
CNA Latest News | Jul 6, 2026, 5:53 AM
politics
FIFA has suspended the automatic match suspension for US striker Folarin Balogun following a review reportedly prompted by a call from former President Donald Trump.
Daily Caller | Jul 6, 2026, 5:48 AM
world
FIFA suspends the red card ban on USA striker Folarin Balogun after intervention by President Trump, sparking surprise from Belgium's football association.
CNA Latest News | Jul 5, 2026, 9:37 PM
general
Following Egypt's penalty-kick victory against Australia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, coach Hossam Hassan waved a Palestinian flag on the pitch and dedicated the win to Egyptian and Palestinian people.
Fox News Latest | Jul 4, 2026, 8:16 PM