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Balogun Ban Suspended for US Clash

Published July 5, 2026 · Updated July 5, 2026 · The Guardian

FIFA has suspended Folarin Balogun's one-game ban, making the US striker available for the crucial last-16 match against Belgium after President Trump thanked the federation.

FIFA's disciplinary committee has suspended the ban on US striker Folarin Balogun following President Donald Trump's thanks to the federation. The decision means Balogun will be available for the host nation's crucial last-16 clash against Belgium, giving the US a significant boost in their quest to reach the quarter-finals for the first time since 2002. wlop.pl

Balogun, who has been shown red in the last-32 match, has been a constant threat for the US, scoring three goals in three starts during the tournament. The Belgium FA expressed astonishment at the decision, which was announced on Sunday.

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