NYT
Trump Asked FIFA to Review Balogun’s Suspension. He Is Now Eligible to Play.
Sunday, July 5, 2026
Former President Donald Trump asked FIFA to review Nigerian-born footballer Folarin Balogun's suspension. FIFA reversed the suspension, making Balogun eligible to play. The reversal marked the first time since 1962 that FIFA has allowed a player to appear in a game during what would have been an active suspension period.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/05/us/trump-fifa-balogun-world-cup.html