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Balogun Ban Suspended for US vs Belgium

Published July 5, 2026 · Updated July 5, 2026 · The Guardian

FIFA has suspended the one-game ban on US striker Folarin Balogun, making him available for the crucial last-16 match against Belgium after President Trump thanked the organization.

US striker Balogun was shown a red card in the last-32 match, with FIFA's disciplinary committee citing an article of the FIFA code. The Belgium FA expressed being 'astonished' by the decision. asg-reflektory.pl

The decision gives the US a significant boost as they attempt to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2002. Balogun has been a constant threat for the US, scoring three goals in three starts in the tournament.

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