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Belgium consoles Balogun but claims World Cup 'justice' was served

Belgium did not feel it was fair Folarin Balogun played for the US in the round of 16 match after he was given a red card in his team's previous match.

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Folarin Balogun looks dejected during the loss to Belgium. (Reuters: Troy Wayrynen)

Belgium's Nicolas Raskin claims "justice" was served after his side defeated the US 4-1 in the World Cup's round of 16.

Raskin was referring to FIFA's decision to allow Folarin Balogun to play despite his red card in the US's previous match.

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia told Balogun the controversy was "not his fault".

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