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US team’s Folarin Balogun free to play after Trump lobbies FIFA to remove ban

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, 6 July 2026: First, the French papers ready themselves for an upcoming verdict in far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen's embezzlement case. Next, the New York Times features a long read on the battle for the internet’s soul. Also, Folarin Balogun will play in Team USA’s…

France 24

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

'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.

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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…

Bangkok Post

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…

The National (Scotland)

Wayne Rooney urges England to challenge Jarell Quansah World Cup red card suspension

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The Independent UK

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.

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Donald Trump surprisingly praises England captain Harry Kane in Truth Social post

The US president was clearly impressed by Kane’s performance in England’s dramatic 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico

The Independent UK

Trump hails ‘great player’ Harry Kane after England’s dramatic World Cup win over Mexico

England captain scored again as Three Lions produced extraordinary performance to beat Mexico on home soil

The Independent UK

Will Jarell Quansah’s World Cup red-card ban for England be suspended like Folarin Balogun’s?

Quansah was sent off during England’s last-16 win over Mexico and is set to miss the quarter-final with Norway but could he try to follow the precedent Fifa set by suspending Balogun’s ban?

The Independent UK

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…

The Economic Times

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

Sports Illustrated

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.

Euronews

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

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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…

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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The Guardian - UK

Explained: Folarin Balogun’s World Cup red-card reversal, Trump’s phone calls and Fifa’s rationale

The surprise move deeming the US striker eligible to play came after the American president reached out to the governing body to appeal for the change

The Independent UK

Norway boss tears into Fifa over ‘big mistake’ to overturn Folarin Balogun’s red card at World Cup

Folarin Balogun can now play against Belgium after Fifa made the extraordinary decision to change the punishment for his red card to a suspended ban

The Guardian - US

Mauricio Pochettino praises Fifa for Balogun U-turn: ‘We celebrate the decision’

The US head hailed Fifa’s shock decision to un-ban striker Folarin Balogun after Donald Trump lobbied for that outcome

FourFourTwo

Rudi Garcia hits out at 'April Fools' Folarin Balogun ruling

Belgium boss Rudi Garcia responded to Folarin Balogun's overturned ban

International Business Times UK

Trump Call to FIFA Reverses Folarin Balogun Red Card Suspension to Rescue American World Cup Dream

FIFA lifted Folarin Balogun's suspension after a call from President Trump, allowing him to play in the USA's World Cup match against Belgium, sparking controversy.

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026: Mauricio Pochettino reacts to Florian Balogun red card decision after FIFA intervention

The USMNT head coach was asked about US President Donald Trump’s rumoured involvement

Evening Standard

Belgium FA 'investigating all options' after FIFA controversially clear Florian Balogun to play

United States President Trump praised FIFA for “reversing a great injustice” after striker see red card suspended

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