The Latest Breaking News from Folarin Balogun

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

Gianni Infantino issues statement after FIFA suspend Folarin Balogun red card amid Donald Trump request

Gianni Infantino has broken his silence on the Folarin Balogun red card controversy

Evening Standard · Jul 6

European football chiefs hit out at Fifa move to lift ban on US star Balgoun

European football's governing body Uefa on Monday lashed out at the decision of World Cup organisers Fifa to suspend the immediate one-match ban of the United States striker Folarin Balogun following the intervention of US President Donald Trump.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 6

World Cup schedule today: How to watch USA v Belgium, TV channels & live stream Monday 6 July

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Monday 6 July, including kick-off times, TV channels and live stream options.

The Guardian - US · 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

Trump confirms he asked Infantino for review of Folarin Balogun red card

Donald Trump says he personally asked Fifa to review Folarin Balogun’s red card, insisting he did not pressure officials to overturn the suspension

The Guardian - US · Jul 6