Trump says he asked FIFA to review US World Cup star Folarin Balogun's red card ban
Respect for independent institutions and the rule of law is what protects the integrity of our competitions and the credibility of FIFA at all times.” The…
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During our conversation, I explained that there was an ongoing legal process involving FIFA’s independent judicial bodies and that the case would be decided in due course by the competent bodies. Sometimes I agree with them, and sometimes I disagree."What I always do, however, is respect those decisions and the autonomy of the bodies that make them. Whether we personally like a decision or not is irrelevant.
Furthermore, USMNT striker Folarin Balogun (r.) fouls Bosnia-Herzegovina’s Tarik Muharemovic (l.), leading to a red card during their Round of 32 World Cup match on July 1, 2026. Getty Images But Article 27 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code states “the judicial body may decide to fully or partially suspend the implementation of a disciplinary measure.” Balogun was given a one-year probationary period in conjunction with the decision to suspend his suspension. Balogun was sent off after a referee punished him with a red card following a VAR review.
In addition, "Yes, I regularly discuss matters related to the FIFA World Cup with the President of the United States, and on this matter, I did receive a call from President Donald Trump , just as I receive calls from heads of state, government officials, football stakeholders and business executives from around the world on many different issues. Trump continued: 'He (Balogun) didn’t do anything wrong, and he’s our best player, or one of our best players, a very vital player and they gave him a red card. Once they do, there are strict restrictions on what the money can be used for, like purchasing a home or paying for school.
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During our conversation, I explained that there was an ongoing legal process involving FIFA’s independent judicial bodies and that the case would be decided in due course by the competent bodies.
reliability high4/4 sourcesSometimes I agree with them, and sometimes I disagree."What I always do, however, is respect those decisions and the autonomy of the bodies that make them.
reliability moderate3/3 sourcesWhether we personally like a decision or not is irrelevant.
reliability moderate3/3 sourcesUSMNT striker Folarin Balogun (r.) fouls Bosnia-Herzegovina’s Tarik Muharemovic (l.), leading to a red card during their Round of 32 World Cup match on July 1, 2026.
reliability moderate3/3 sourcesGetty Images But Article 27 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code states “the judicial body may decide to fully or partially suspend the implementation of a disciplinary measure.” Balogun was given a one-year probationary period in conjunction with the decision to suspend his suspension.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesBalogun was sent off after a referee punished him with a red card following a VAR review.
reliability moderate2/2 sources"Yes, I regularly discuss matters related to the FIFA World Cup with the President of the United States, and on this matter, I did receive a call from President Donald Trump , just as I receive calls from heads of state, government officials, football stakeholders and business executives from around the world on many different issues.
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Trump continued: 'He (Balogun) didn’t do anything wrong, and he’s our best player, or one of our best players, a very vital player and they gave him a red card.
according to Hindustan Times +2Once they do, there are strict restrictions on what the money can be used for, like purchasing a home or paying for school.
according to Geo News +2If your child qualifies, the $1,000 federal deposit lands automatically.
according to Geo NewsThe New York Post front cover for July 6, 2026.
according to New York PostFolarin Balogun of United States of America gets medical attention during the FIFA World Cup match beon July 1, 2026.
according to CBS News — LatestThe front was expelled in the last party to Bosnia and Herzegovina, but FIFA suspended the penalty of a date by invoking rule 27 of its rules of procedure.
according to Semana (CO) — PortadaThe call was immediately controversial: Red flags are meant to be used for intentionally dirty plays, and Balogun's actions appeared accidental.
according to CBS News — LatestDonald Trump's speech after the red card they took from Folarin Balogun: "It was not to be.".
according to Semana (CO) — PortadaDuring the incident, the on-field referee initially did not award a foul.
according to Hindustan TimesThe US president expressed himself shortly after the disputed meeting at the Azteca Stadium, which classified the English whole to the final quarter.
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"Yes, I regularly discuss matters related to the FIFA World Cup with the President of the United States, and on this matter, I did receive…
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omitted byRight sidePublic / Agenciescovered byLeft sideCenterUSMNT striker Folarin Balogun (r.) fouls Bosnia-Herzegovina’s Tarik Muharemovic (l.), leading to a red card during their Round of 32 World…
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omitted byCenterRight sidePublic / Agenciescovered byLeft sideRight sideDuring our conversation, I explained that there was an ongoing legal process involving FIFA’s independent judicial bodies and that the case…
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