A U.S. administration official requested FIFA to review the red card issued to U.S. striker Folarin Balogun, according to a source familiar with the situation. The intervention by a U.S. official in a FIFA disciplinary matter is considered unusual. The reversal of Balogun's one-match suspension permits him to participate in the knockout stage of the tournament. The New York Times reported that President Trump spoke with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, although it is unclear who specifically contacted FIFA regarding Balogun's case. Trump expressed his approval of the decision in a post on Truth Social, stating gratitude to FIFA for reversing what he termed a 'great injustice.' Balogun received the red card during Team USA's 2-0 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina. The U.S. team is set to face Belgium in the round of 16 on Monday.
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U.S. Official Requested FIFA Review of Balogun's Red Card
A U.S. administration official has requested FIFA to review the red card given to striker Folarin Balogun, which has been reversed, allowing him to play in the knockout stage. President Trump reportedly spoke with FIFA President Gianni Infantino about the matter and expressed his approval of the reversal.
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