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FIFA Under Fire Over Balogun Red Card | Durham News
UEFA is furious as FIFA lets U.S. star Folarin Balogun play in the World Cup despite a red card — instead of a suspension, he’s on probation for a year. UEFA calls it a “red line” crossed and “incomprehensible,” warning it undermines soccer’s integrity. This isn’t the first time FIFA has bent rules — Ronaldo’s ban was deferred, and others got World Cup bans waived — all in the name of squad strength. But UEFA says inconsistent punishments create chaos and erode trust. Belgium even prepared to appeal before their match. Balogun’s red card was for a cleated foot to the ankle — normally a…
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