FIFA Suspends Balogun Red Card for World Cup Match

US forward Folarin Balogun received a straight red card in the group stage, which normally would have ruled him out of the knockout round. FIFA introduced a one‑year trial period and suspended the ban, clearing him for the round‑of‑16 clash with Belgium.

The decision reshapes the US lineup ahead of the crucial match. President Trump praised the move as a boost for the team.