FIFA Reverses Balogun Red Card After Trump Lobbying, Belgium Seeks Legal Action

FIFA has rescinded the red card issued to US striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play against Belgium in the ongoing tournament. The reversal followed direct intervention by US President Donald Trump, who personally contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino to push for the decision. Belgium has condemned the move and is exploring legal options to challenge the ruling. The US head coach welcomed the outcome, acknowledging the difficulties his team had faced leading up to the match. Balogun's availability is seen as a significant boost to the United States' chances of advancing to the quarter-finals.