FIFA lifts Balogun's ban – USA face Belgium in last 16

FIFA suspended the ban on US forward Folarin Balogun, who had received a red card, allowing him to play in the round-of-16 World Cup match against Belgium. The decision has been labelled the biggest controversy of this year's tournament, with global media reacting with shock and one outlet describing the situation as a "cesspool." Critics argue the ruling undermines fair play and regulatory consistency.

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⚽ Sport Balogun Says Red Card Reversal Was Always Going to 'Cause Controversy' Al Jazeera · 12d ago ⚽ Sport Lubański criticises FIFA for allowing Balogun to play in USA vs Belgium match WP SportoweFakty · 19d ago ⚽ Sport FIFA overturns Balogun red card for USA ahead of last-16 clash with Belgium — scandal erupts Interia Sport · 20d ago

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⚽ Sport Balogun Says Red Card Reversal Was Always Going to 'Cause Controversy' Al Jazeera · 12d ago ⚽ Sport Lubański criticises FIFA for allowing Balogun to play in USA vs Belgium match WP SportoweFakty · 19d ago ⚽ Sport FIFA overturns Balogun red card for USA ahead of last-16 clash with Belgium — scandal erupts Interia Sport · 20d ago