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Fifa boss Gianni Infantino speaks out about Trump ‘interfering’ in Balogun red card review

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The Independent UK · Jul 6

Angela Rayner goes full beige in her push for an Andy Burnham promotion

Angie did her best to not say anything controversial in a presenting gig on LBC. Let’s hope it was a one-off

The Guardian - UK · Jul 6

Fifa president clarifies Donald Trump conversation over rescinding Balogun ban

The Fifa president released a statement explaining his conversation with Trump did not influence the decision of the independent Fifa Disciplinary Committee

The Independent UK · Jul 6

Trump, Fifa and Balogun: The World Cup controversy explained

FIFA’s stunning decision to lift the suspension of a star U.S. player has riled the host country's next World Cup opponent, Belgium

The Independent UK · Jul 6

Donald Trump Just Demonstrated the Value of Birthright Citizenship

The next Folarin Balogun could be in a field that matters much more than a soccer pitch. America should not handicap its access to such talent.

Reason · Jul 6

Trump says World Cup referee's red card call was 'horrible' but insists he left outcome to FIFA

President Donald Trump is taking credit for getting FIFA to review a red card issued at the World Cup against the United States’ star forward but says he did not demand a particular outcome

The Independent UK · Jul 6

The Folarin Balogun Controversy Has Turned Americans Into Your Least Favorite NFL Fans

So this is what it’s like to root for the villain when everyone complains you’re getting all the calls.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 6

Uefa has put European football on war footing with Fifa over Balogun decision

European governing body’s dramatic move could have major implications for the future of the sport

The Guardian - UK · Jul 6

FIFA Fo Fum: When MAGA trumped FIFA — Football caves to Trump tantrum, revokes US striker Balogun's suspension

Donald Trump contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino regarding a red card suspension. FIFA then invoked an obscure rule to freeze the player's one-match ban. This action has caused significant controversy within the global football community. Critics argue that political interference should not influence sporting regulations. The incident highlights broader geopolitical…

The Times of India · Jul 6

'All I Did, I Asked For a Review': Trump Insists World Cup Red Card Row Was Fair as FIFA President Faces Pressure

President Trump successfully appealed to FIFA to overturn a red-card suspension for US forward Folarin Balogun, raising concerns about political interference in sports.

International Business Times UK · Jul 6