Balogun’s Red Card Shock | Huntsville News

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Folarin Balogun lit up the World Cup with his third goal, tying him with Landon Donovan for most by a US player, but his wild night took a dramatic turn when he was sent off after a video review caught him stepping on an opponent’s ankle — joining Ronaldinho and Zidane in elite, controversial company. Down a man, the US held on for a 2-0 win, but Balogun’s red card means he’s sidelined for the crucial round of 16 clash against Belgium. Coach Pochettino insists it was accidental, while Balogun claims it was unintentional — and teammates are rallying around him, vowing the next man will step…