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President Donald Trump reached out to FIFA president Gianni Infantino directly to ask him to review the suspension of U.S. men's national team breakout star Folarin Balogun.
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The reversal of Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension is highly unusual. It was the first time since 1962 that FIFA has nullified a suspension for a red card received during the World Cup.
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Belgium says FIFA's last-minute decision to clear Folarin Balogun violates its own disciplinary code, as the American striker prepares for Monday's match.
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FIFA suspended the red card sanction for a probationary period of one year, clearing USA star Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium in the Round of 16.
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