FIFA Reverses US Star Pulisic's Suspension Ahead of World Cup Round of 16
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First reported by Ynet · 3 hours ago
What happened
FIFA has overturned the one-match suspension of US soccer star Christian Pulisic, allowing him to play in the World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium. The reversal followed a direct red card Pulisic received in the group stage and reportedly involved a request from the White House. US President Donald Trump publicly thanked FIFA for the decision, which significantly strengthens the US team's chances in the tournament.
- 01FIFA cancels Christian Pulisic's one-match suspension before US-Belgium World Cup match.
- 02Pulisic was initially red-carded for a foul in the group stage against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- 03FIFA used Article 27 to suspend the disciplinary action conditionally.
- 04Reports claim the White House requested FIFA President Infantino to reconsider the ban.
- 05US President Trump publicly praised FIFA's decision on social media.
- 06Pulisic's return boosts US hopes to reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since 2002.
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