FIFA is under scrutiny after lifting U.S. striker Folarin Balogun’s red-card suspension before a World Cup match against Belgium. UEFA, Belgian officials and former players criticized the move, while reports said President Donald Trump pressed FIFA over the ban.
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FIFA suspended Folarin Balogun’s one-match ban, allowing the U.S. striker to face Belgium in the World Cup round of 16. The decision drew Belgian anger and scrutiny after reports that President Donald Trump spoke with FIFA President Gianni Infantino about the red card.
FIFA rescinded Folarin Balogun’s one-game suspension, making the U.S. lead scorer eligible for Monday’s World Cup last-16 match against Belgium in Seattle. The striker will be on a one-year probationary period under FIFA’s disciplinary code.
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