Trump Confirms Request to FIFA to Review Folarin Balogun’s Suspension
President Donald Trump says he intervened to have U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension reviewed, leading to its reversal.
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President Donald Trump says he intervened to have U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension reviewed, leading to its reversal.
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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
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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
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Following a controversial red card suspension, former President Donald Trump reportedly lobbied FIFA to allow American-born soccer star Folarin Balogun to play in a crucial World Cup match against Belgium.
Reason | Jul 6, 2026, 5:00 PM
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President Trump revealed he was unfamiliar with the significance of a red card in soccer prior to the controversial incident involving U.S. striker Folarin Balogun at the North American FIFA World Cup.
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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
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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
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Donald Trump publicly supports FIFA's decision to overturn the red card suspension of footballer Folarin Balogun.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 4:26 PM
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Following FIFA's controversial decision to lift the suspension on American striker Folarin Balogun, Team USA prepares to host Belgium at Lumen Field in Seattle aiming to advance to the quarterfinals.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 4:10 PM
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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
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UEFA joins Belgium in criticizing FIFA's ruling to permit Balogun's participation despite a prior red card, sparking controversy ahead of a key match in Seattle.
NPR News | Jul 6, 2026, 3:42 PM
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President Trump questions the integrity of FIFA referee Raphael Claus following a controversial red card decision against U.S. player Folarin Balogun during the World Cup.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 3:36 PM
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Former President Donald Trump criticized the referee's decision to issue a red card to USA star Folarin Balogun and requested FIFA to reconsider the suspension ahead of the Belgium World Cup match.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 3:17 PM
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In a light-hearted remark, the England football team manager suggested former US President Donald Trump might assist in overturning a suspension of one of the team's defenders.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 2:08 PM
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Reason | Jul 6, 2026, 12:58 PM
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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 PMShowing 2,137-2,160 of 2,391 articles.