U.S. Men’s National Team star Folarin Balogun will be eligible to play in the World Cup match against Belgium on Monday, after FIFA’s disciplinary committee lifted a red card suspension he received on Wednesday.
Balogun’s reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Thursday and spoke about the suspension against the 25-year-old striker, Mr. Trump confirmed Monday. Balogun received the red card during the United States’ match against Bosnia and Herzegovina when he collided with a Bosnian defender.
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