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Trump thanks FIFA after Folarin Balogun’s World Cup red card suspension is reversed

Sunday, July 5, 2026


Folarin Balogun's suspension from World Cup play was reversed by FIFA, clearing him to compete for the United States Men's National Team against Belgium on Monday. Former President Donald Trump posted on social media thanking FIFA for the decision. Balogun had received a red card in an earlier match. The reversal allowed him to participate in the scheduled game.

Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/05/trump-fifa-balogun-world-cup-red-card-suspension.html

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