FIFA's Decision to Suspend Balogun's Ban Draws Widespread Criticism

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FIFA suspended Folarin Balogun's red card ban, drawing criticism from former players and commentators.
US President Donald Trump lobbied FIFA, leading to the suspension and a $40,000 fine, a decision deemed "a disgrace" by Wayne Rooney and questioned for its integrity.

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FIFA suspended Folarin Balogun's red card ban, drawing criticism from former players and commentators. US President Donald Trump lobbied FIFA, leading to the suspension and a $40,000 fine, a decision deemed "a disgrace" by Wayne Rooney and questioned for its integrity.

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Belgium's Nicolas Raskin described their 4-1 World Cup victory over the United States as "justice" following a controversy where Folarin Balogun played despite a red card. FIFA suspended Balogun's one-match ban after a request from US President Donald Trump, a decision Belgium's football federation challenged.

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