Trump Called FIFA Chief to Contest Red Card – Balogun Cleared for Belgium Match

Donald Trump personally called the FIFA president after US striker Folarin Balogun received a red card during the USA's round-of-16 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup. Trump insisted "it was not a foul" and raised suspicions about the referee's conduct. Balogun's suspension was subsequently lifted and he will play in the quarter-final against Belgium.