UEFA Slams FIFA Decision to Let Banned Balogun Play Against Belgium

FIFA ruled that USA striker Folarin Balogun is eligible to play in the round-of-16 World Cup match against Belgium, despite receiving a red card in the previous game. UEFA issued a sharp statement condemning the decision, saying FIFA had "crossed a red line" and put the integrity of the game at stake. The row between the two football governing bodies has cast a shadow over the match.