Belgium Outraged as FIFA Lifts Red Card Suspension Before Crucial World Cup Match
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First reported by Walla · 22 hours ago
What happened
FIFA's decision to lift U.S. striker Paul Arriola's red card suspension before the World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium has caused major backlash in Belgium. The Belgian Football Association plans to appeal, while UEFA and former FIFA officials criticize the move as politically influenced and damaging to football's integrity. The match will take place in Seattle on the night of June 5-6, 2024.
- 01FIFA allowed U.S. striker Paul Arriola to play despite a red card suspension, sparking Belgian outrage.
- 02Belgian Football Association plans to appeal FIFA's decision by 18:00 Israel time today.
- 03UEFA condemned the decision, calling it a breach of football rules and integrity.
- 04FIFA appointed a Qatari mediator close to President Infantino amid allegations of political interference.
- 05Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter criticized the move as politically motivated.
- 06The World Cup match between Belgium and the U.S. is scheduled for June 5-6 in Seattle.
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