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FIFA Decision Sparks Controversy in World Cup
FIFA's decision to allow U.S. forward Folarin Balogun to play despite a red card has sparked controversy, with UEFA and the Belgian federation challenging the ruling. The incident threatens to disrupt the tournament.
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The Verge
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2026-07-06 14:15 UTC
NPR
The Belgian soccer federation is challenging FIFA's ruling to let Balogun play despite getting a red card in his previous game. Belgium's statement came just 11 hours before kickoff in Seattle. European soccer body UEFA criticizes FIFA's "incomprehensible and unjustifiable decision."
2026-07-06 14:11 UTC
Axios
The Union of European Football Associations said FIFA "crossed a red line" by lifting U.S. striker Folarin Balogun's <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/05/folarin-balogun-cleared-usmnt-belgi
2026-07-06 14:16 UTC