Malay Mail·3 min read·medium
Fifa allows red-carded US star Balogun to play in World Cup after Trump personal phone call
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Fifa has suspended a one-game red card ban for US striker Folarin Balogun following a personal phone call from President Donald Trump. The decision has sparked outrage from Belgian football officials who argue it violates the principles of fair play.
LOS ANGELES, July 6 — Fifa cleared US star striker Folarin Balogun to play in the World Cup co-hosts’ showdown with Belgium despite his red-card ban after a personal phone call from President Donald Trump, it emerged yesterday, igniting a furious row that has rocked the tournament.
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