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Trump Intervenes to Lift US Striker Balogun's Suspension Ahead of World Cup Knockout Match
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First reported by Ynet · 13 hours ago
What happened
US President Donald Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of Folarin Balogun's suspension, leading FIFA to suspend the striker's one-match ban on probation. This allows Balogun to play in the US Round of 16 World Cup match against Belgium.
- 01US striker Folarin Balogun was initially suspended for one match after a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- 02President Donald Trump personally urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to reconsider the suspension.
- 03FIFA suspended Balogun's ban on a one-year probation, allowing him to play against Belgium.
- 04The red card was not canceled, but the suspension will be enforced if a similar offense occurs within a year.
- 05The decision impacts the US team's lineup for the crucial World Cup knockout match.
- 06Trump's intervention highlights political influence on sports disciplinary decisions.
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