‘We have been disrespected here in the United States’: Belgium goalkeeper breaks his silence on Donald Trump incident
Belgium's goalkeeper criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's intervention in a FIFA decision that allowed American striker Folarin Balogun to play in a World Cup match despite a red card. Belgium subsequently defeated the U.S. 4-1, with the team expressing frustration over the perceived lack of sporting integrity.
IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Dave Kelsey Wed, July 8, 2026 at 10:10 AM UTC · 4 min read Monday night’s World Cup round of 16 showdown between the United States and Belgium had some added drama thanks in large part to United States President Donald Trump inserting himself into a controversial FIFA decision that allowed United States striker Folarin Balogun to play in the match despite receiving a red card in the previous match.
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