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Why European backlash over Trump intervention won't worry Infantino

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Dale Johnson
Why European backlash over Trump intervention won't worry Infantino
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Fifa president Gianni Infantino faces backlash after overturning a red-card suspension for US player Folarin Balogun following a call from Donald Trump. Critics argue this sets a dangerous precedent for political interference in football, despite Infantino's claims of independence.

Figure caption, President Trump on Balogun red-card suspension

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