Trump’s Inquiry into Folarin Balogun’s Red Card Spurs World Cup Controversy
FIFA reverses Team USA player Balogun’s red card after President Trump’s inquiry, sparking criticism from Belgium and soccer officials ahead of the World Cup round of 16.
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FIFA reverses Team USA player Balogun’s red card after President Trump’s inquiry, sparking criticism from Belgium and soccer officials ahead of the World Cup round of 16.
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US President Donald Trump praised FIFA's decision to lift Falorin Balogun's suspension, a move that has drawn criticism from the Royal Belgian Football Association.
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