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FIFA Lifts Suspension on Florian Balogun Ahead of USA vs Belgium World Cup Match
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First reported by Walla · 2 hours ago
What happened
FIFA has rescinded Florian Balogun's red card suspension, allowing him to play for the USA against Belgium in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16. The red card was initially given after Balogun stepped on a Bosnian player's ankle, but FIFA's disciplinary committee overturned the decision following protests from the USA team.
- 01FIFA overturned Florian Balogun's red card suspension before USA vs Belgium match.
- 02Balogun was initially sent off after stepping on a Bosnian defender's ankle.
- 03USA coach Mauricio Pochettino and players disputed the red card decision.
- 04FIFA used Article 27 to partially or fully suspend disciplinary measures.
- 05Balogun will now be available for the USA's Round of 16 World Cup game.
- 06The decision came shortly before the USA's knockout match in the 2026 World Cup.
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