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FIFA’s decision to suspend the red card for USA forward Folarin Balogun sparked controversy and accusations of political interference ahead of the World Cup knockout match against Belgium.
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world
FIFA supports Brazilian referee Raphael Claus following U.S. President Donald Trump's comments questioning his integrity over a red card decision at the World Cup.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 1:28 AM
politics
President Donald Trump said he asked FIFA to review the red card suspension of U.S. striker Folarin Balogun at the 2026 World Cup, leading to the suspension's reversal amid controversy.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 12:39 AM
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
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
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
USA World Cup star Folarin Balogun will participate in the Round of 16 match against Belgium after FIFA suspended his red card sanction for a probationary period.
Fox News Latest | Jul 5, 2026, 6:21 PM
general
Weston McKennie and teammates defend Balogun following a controversial red card in the USA's win over Bosnia; FIFA confirms no appeal process exists for such suspensions.
Fox News Latest | Jul 2, 2026, 11:12 AM
world
The United States ended a 24-year knockout-stage drought by defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the San Francisco Bay Area, overcoming a red card to Folarin Balogun.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 5:02 AM
world
The United States secured a 2-0 victory over Bosnia in Santa Clara, California, reaching the World Cup round of 16 for the first time since 2002.
CNA Latest News | Jul 2, 2026, 3:26 AM
world
FIFA's decision to suspend the US striker's red card ban after a tackle on Bosnia and Herzegovina's Tarik Muharemović has sparked debate over the ruling's fairness and FIFA's disciplinary process.
ABC Australia News | Jul 7, 2026, 4:02 AM
world
US President Donald Trump is said to favor FIFA chief Gianni Infantino as a candidate for the UN Secretary General role, sparking calls for investigations over their close ties.
Euronews | Jul 22, 2026, 3:00 PM
politics
President Donald Trump pressured FIFA to overturn the suspension of American striker Folarin Balogun before Belgium’s decisive win over the U.S. in Seattle.
Reason | Jul 7, 2026, 7:33 PM
politics
President Trump said he witnessed the World Cup incident involving Folarin Balogun and contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of the red card suspension.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 12:29 AM
politics
President Trump said he reviewed the play that led to Folarin Balogun's red card and requested FIFA to reconsider the suspension.
CBS Politics | Jul 6, 2026, 11:42 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
politics
FIFA's decision to delay U.S. striker Folarin Balogun's suspension has sparked controversy, drawing criticism from Norway's coach and an appeal from Belgium's football association.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 3:01 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
world
Following intervention by US President Donald Trump, FIFA lifted the suspension of American striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play in the World Cup last 16 match against Belgium. The decision has sparked praise from the US side and outrage from Belgium’s team.
France 24 English | Jul 5, 2026, 7:38 PM
general
Folarin Balogun received a red card in the US men's national team’s win over Bosnia-Herzegovina, resulting in a one-game suspension for the upcoming match against Belgium.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 2, 2026, 6:39 PM
world
The United States secured their first World Cup knockout victory in nearly 25 years, setting up a Monday clash with Belgium in Seattle.
France 24 English | Jul 2, 2026, 4:32 AMShowing 1-21 of 21 articles.