BBC·4 min read·medium
World Cup 2026: Is Balogun the scandal that could bring down Infantino?
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Dale Johnson
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Fifa president Gianni Infantino is facing intense scrutiny after the red-card suspension of US star Folarin Balogun was overturned during the 2026 World Cup. Critics, including Jurgen Klopp, suggest the intervention may have been influenced by US President Donald Trump, raising concerns about political interference in international sports.
Figure caption, President Trump on Balogun red-card suspension
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