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Why reports Trump pressed FIFA to overturn a decision are so alarming

United States star striker Folarin Balogun will join the US men’s national team on Monday night (Tuesday morning AEST) as they face Belgium in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16.

The Conversation

World Cup fury after Donald Trump allegedly personally pressured FIFA to overturn Balogun match ban decision

"Unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable"

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Denmark intervenes in EU court case over publishers' rights

Denmark has stepped in at the European Court of Justice to back Belgium in a crucial case against tech giants like Google and Meta. The Danish government aims to ensure these platforms pay for news content used, arguing that a ruling favouring the tech firms could weaken press publishers' rights.…

The Economic Times

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FIFA Reject Belgium’s Appeal Against Folarin Balogun Ban Reversal

It’s been a whirlwind 24 hours after the USMNT’s one-match ban was suspended for 12 months.

Sports Illustrated

UEFA issues stunning statement as Folarin Balogun sees World Cup ban suspended

USMNT are set to have their star striker back for last-16 clash with Belgium

Evening Standard

Uefa accuses Fifa of ‘crossing a red line’ over lifting of Folarin Balogun’s red card ban

Uefa has hit out at Fifa’s decision to lift the USA striker Folarin Balogun’s one-game suspension for Monday’s last-16 tie with Belgium

The Guardian - UK

A ‘lose-lose’ situation? Americans fear Trump’s red card interference on Folarin Balogun could ruin World Cup run

Donald Trump thanked FIFA for ‘reversing a great injustice’ by suspending star striker’s ban but others fear decision could tarnish Mauricio Pochettino’s side’s impressive campaign

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Belgium granted right to appeal FIFA's Balogun decision

Belgium have been granted the right to appeal FIFA's decision to overturn US striker Folarin Balogun's suspension, The Athletic reported on Monday, which reportedly took place after an intervention from US President Donald Trump.

France 24

When is the World Cup final – and who will England have to beat to reach it?

England have reached the World Cup quarter-finals after beating Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca Stadium on Sunday night. They are now just three games from glory , with the World Cup final set to take place on 19 July at 8pm BST at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Next…

The Independent UK

Unwelcome and undue: Trump’s red-card intervention hurts the US’s World Cup more than it helps

In pushing Fifa to reverse Folarin Balogun’s suspension, Donald Trump did the most American thing possible: assert unasked-for power to get his way

The Guardian - US

USA face Belgium and World Cup date with destiny after Balogun reprieve

LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - The United States face the biggest day of soccer in their history on Monday as they take on Belgium for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals after a dramatic reprieve for star striker Folarin Balogun thanks to the intervention of Donald Trump.

Bangkok Post

USA vs Belgium: What time is the US game today and how to watch?

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The Independent UK

'The Trump Card': Reactions and viral memes to FIFA’s controversial US red card reversal

If you get a red card at the World Cup, you miss the next game... Unless Donald Trump steps in. The world has reacted to the controversial move by FIFA to lift the ban given to the US team's star striker, following a call by Trump to Gianni Infantino.

Euronews

Trump intervention sparks World Cup storm as Fifa clears Balogun to face Belgium

WASHINGTON/SEATTLE - The United States’ World Cup campaign took an extraordinary turn on Sunday when Fifa made the unprecedented decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s automatic red-card ‌ban, clearing the striker to face Belgium in Monday's last-16 clash after US President Donald Trump personally urged Fifa President Gianni Infantino to review…

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The National (Scotland)

Fury as Folarin Balogun suspension overturned after Donald Trump asked Fifa

THE Belgian Football Association has said it is “astonished” and “investigating all potential options” after it emerged Donald Trump called…

Reason

Balogun's World Cup Red Card Is Suspended -- Justly

I've seen some carping about the process. But getting to the right result is the ultimate goal.

The Economic Times

FIFA takes U-turn on red card suspension for Folarin Balogun after Donald Trump calls Gianni Infantino to review

FIFA has controversially lifted Folarin Balogun's one-match suspension for a red card, allowing the US forward to play against Belgium. The decision, reportedly influenced by a call from US President Donald Trump, has drawn sharp criticism from Belgium's football authorities. This unprecedented move, placing Balogun on a one-year probation, marks…

Sports Illustrated

Why Folarin Balogun Playing for USMNT vs. Belgium Is Such a Big Deal

U.S. men’s national team striker Folarin Balogun is now available to play in the World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium on Monday night. The shocking turn

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Euronews

Infantino says he told Trump FIFA's disciplinary body was independent during call over Balogun

Under FIFA rules, a straight red card automatically triggers a one-game ban, which cannot be appealed by the player's team.

The Independent UK

Is USA vs Belgium on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup last-16 clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the co-hosts’ last-16 clash

The Economic Times

Article 27 of FIFA's Disciplinary Code: The FIFA twist that allows US' Folarin Balogun to play despite seeing red card

US striker Folarin Balogun will play against Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16 after FIFA suspended his one-match ban. Invoking Article 27, FIFA has temporarily put the red card sanction on hold for one year. While the ban remains valid, Balogun can compete now, but a future similar…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 results: Who won yesterday? France, Norway and England book quarter-final berths

France, Norway, and England have advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after thrilling Round of 16 encounters. Kylian Mbappe's penalty secured France's win, while Erling Haaland's late brace stunned Brazil. England, despite a red card, triumphed over hosts Mexico in a dramatic five-goal contest. Today's fixtures include Portugal…

Radio France Internationale

World Cup bosses wipe out ban for US striker Balogun on eve of Belgium tie

World Cup organisers Fifa on Sunday suspended the one-match for Folarin Balogun for his red card during the United States' 2-0 victory in the last 32 over Bosnia and Herzegovina on 1 July.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT vs. Belgium—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The Stars and Stripes haven’t reached the World Cup quarterfinal since 2002.

The Economic Times

Trump intervention sparks World Cup storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium

In an unprecedented move, FIFA has suspended Folarin Balogun's red-card ban for the US World Cup match against Belgium, following a personal appeal from President Donald Trump to FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This decision has ignited controversy, with Belgium expressing astonishment and questioning FIFA's adherence to its own rules. The…

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