FIFA Clears Balogun For World Cup After Trump Call
FIFA cleared US striker Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium in the World Cup despite his red-card ban following a phone call from President Donald Trump, sparking controversy during the tournament.
FOOTBALL: FIFA has cleared US star striker Folarin Balogun to play in the World Cup co-hosts’ showdown with Belgium despite his red-card ban after a personal phone call from President Donald Trump, it emerged yesterday (July 5), igniting a furious row that has rocked the tournament.