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Balogun Clears to Play After Trump Intervention | Wilmington News
Folarin Balogun, the USMNT striker who received a red card in a World Cup match, is now cleared to play after President Trump reportedly intervened by calling FIFA president Gianni Infantino. FIFA used a disciplinary clause to suspend the one-year suspension, a move U.S. Soccer accepted. Belgium, set to face the USMNT, called the decision “astonished” and is exploring options to reverse it. Former players like John Harkes are weighing in, urging rule changes. With Trump and Infantino expected at the World Cup Final in July, the controversy continues to unfold as Balogun’s availability looms…
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