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FIFA upholds a one-match ban for Folarin Balogun following a red card in the match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, despite the player's claim of unintentional conduct.
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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
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
general
Rosie O'Donnell expressed outrage after President Donald Trump contacted FIFA to review and suspend a red card penalty against US soccer player Folarin Balogun during the World Cup.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 5:08 PM
general
An ESPN senior writer argues that FIFA's reversal on Folarin Balogun's red card suspension undermines the credibility of the World Cup and negatively impacts Team USA.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 12:07 PM
general
Former US women's soccer star Megan Rapinoe says President Trump's actions disrupted the US men's team's underdog momentum ahead of their defeat to Belgium in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Fox News Latest | Jul 24, 2026, 12:20 AM
general
NFF President Lise Klaveness criticizes FIFA's decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s red card ban, alleging external political influence and calling for acknowledgment of an error.
Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 6:24 PM
politics
Former US women's soccer star Megan Rapinoe suggests that the controversy surrounding President Trump's involvement in a red card review distracted the men's team during the World Cup.
Daily Caller | Jul 10, 2026, 9:05 AM
general
Former USWNT star Megan Rapinoe claims President Trump’s involvement in overturning Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension distracted the US men’s national team ahead of their 2026 World Cup defeat to Belgium.
Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 11:52 PM
us
The US men’s soccer team’s World Cup exit follows controversial intervention by Donald Trump, adding to a pattern of sporting misfortunes coinciding with his presence.
Guardian US | Jul 8, 2026, 5:53 PM
general
Two United States men's soccer staff members were suspended by FIFA ahead of the 2026 World Cup match against Belgium due to alleged mishandling of match protocols during a prior game.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 2:36 AM
general
President Donald Trump called FIFA to review a red card suspension for US player Folarin Balogun, leading to backlash from anti-Trump voices after the US team's defeat.
Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 7:45 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
general
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reportedly called FIFA to support England's preparations before their World Cup match against Mexico, a move that contrasts with the criticism former President Donald Trump faced over FIFA's handling of US striker Folarin Balogun's red card suspension.
Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 2:28 AM
general
Despite a strong showing and memorable moments, the USMNT's 2026 FIFA World Cup run concluded in the Round of 16 with a defeat by Belgium.
Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 2:24 AM
politics
President Trump faces criticism after contacting FIFA’s president regarding a red card issued to U.S. striker Folarin Balogun, raising questions about the legitimacy of the U.S. victory.
NBC Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 2:14 AM
general
Folarin Balogun’s suspension was lifted after a phone call from President Trump to FIFA, sparking debate as Belgium won decisively in the World Cup round of 16.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 7, 2026, 1:23 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
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
world
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo admits his last World Cup ended with a narrow loss to Spain, while the USMNT's Folarin Balogun will be available after a red card suspension was overturned.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 10:33 PM
politics
President Donald Trump says he intervened to have U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension reviewed, leading to its reversal.
NBC Politics | Jul 6, 2026, 6:59 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
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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