Fifa Reverses Balogun Suspension: Belgium Expresses Shock and Disbelief

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Fifa's sudden reversal of Folarin Balogun's suspension shocked Belgium's coach Rudi Garcia and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who questioned the timing and integrity of the decision.
The Belgian FA released a statement expressing astonishment and vowing to explore options, while US players reacted with initial disbelief.

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Fifa's sudden reversal of Folarin Balogun's suspension shocked Belgium's coach Rudi Garcia and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who questioned the timing and integrity of the decision. The Belgian FA released a statement expressing astonishment and vowing to explore options, while US players reacted with initial disbelief.

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